Natural Tourmaline · 1.78 ct · Octagon · Deep Green · Unheated

$302.70

Natural **Green Tourmaline (Verdelite)** weighing **1.78 ct**, fashioned in a refined **modified octagonal shape**. Measuring **6.5 × 6.3 × 4.9 mm**, this transparent gemstone displays a rich deep green colour, a comparatively clean **VS1 clarity profile**, Good to Very Good cut quality and Good to Very Good polish. **No indications of heating or any other treatment.**

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Natural Green Tourmaline – 1.78 ct – Modified Octagon – Unheated – Exceptional Gemstone

This natural Green Tourmaline weighs 1.78 carats and is fashioned in a refined modified octagonal cut. Its deep green colour, high transparency and relatively clean internal character create an elegant gemstone with strong visual depth and a distinctive, sophisticated appearance.

Measuring approximately 6.5 × 6.3 × 4.9 mm, the stone has a slightly tapered modified octagonal outline. The emerald-style facet arrangement emphasises the transparency and depth of colour while producing broad, controlled reflections across the face of the gemstone.

The gemstone displays a rich deep green body colour characteristic of fine Green Tourmaline. Green Tourmaline is traditionally referred to in the gemstone trade as Verdelite, although this is a colour-variety or trade designation rather than a separate mineral species. Depending on crystal orientation and illumination, natural pleochroism may produce subtle variations in the intensity and tone of the green colour.

Transparency is high, with a clarity comparable to approximately VS1. Only relatively minor natural inclusions and internal growth features are present, allowing good light transmission through the stone. This degree of internal cleanliness is particularly attractive in a deeply coloured transparent Tourmaline.

The modified emerald cut is assessed as Good to Very Good. Its intentionally modified facet arrangement gives the stone an individual character while maintaining a balanced face-up presentation. Symmetry is assessed as Good, taking the modified outline into account, while the polish is Good to Very Good.

The polished facet surfaces produce an attractive vitreous luster. Combined with the gemstone’s deep, clear green colour and VS1 clarity profile, this results in a refined and visually strong appearance without relying on artificial enhancement.

There are no indications of heating and no indications of any other treatment. The gemstone is therefore presented with its naturally observed colour and internal characteristics without documented enhancement.

With its deep green colour, transparent body, relatively clean VS1 clarity profile and elegant modified emerald cut, this natural Green Tourmaline combines strong visual presence with excellent jewellery potential. Its untreated condition and refined proportions make it an attractive individual gemstone for custom jewellery or a carefully selected collection.

Overall Score: 95/100

NGB Grade: Exceptional

Quality Evaluation

Color20.0/20
Clarity18.0/20
Cut18.0/20
Optical Performance20.0/20
Overall Appeal19.0/20

Evaluation Notes

This natural Green Tourmaline presents an **exceptional overall gemmological quality profile**, combining a rich deep green colour with high transparency and a comparatively clean **VS1 clarity profile**. Fine natural inclusions and subtle growth-related features have only minimal influence on internal cleanliness, allowing strong light transmission and a refined face-up appearance.

The modified octagonal emerald cut is particularly well suited to the material, with a Good to Very Good cut grade, Good symmetry and Good to Very Good polish supporting broad, controlled reflections and attractive vitreous luster. The deep green colour remains visually strong without appearing overly closed, while natural pleochroism adds subtle tonal variation.

The combination of colour quality, transparency, clarity, cutting performance and untreated condition places this gemstone within an exceptional quality range, supporting an overall **95/100** assessment.

Species

Tourmaline

Gemstone Variety

Tourmaline

Gemstone Sub-variety

Verdelite

Color

Green

Shape

Octagon

Cut

Emerald Cut

Treatment

Unheated, Untreated

Transparency

Transparent

Gemological Properties

Carat Weight1.78 ct
Dimensions6.5 × 6.3 × 4.9 mm
TransparencyTransparent
ClarityVS
Refractive Index1.620–1.650
Specific Gravity3.02–3.26
Hardness7–7.5 Mohs
Birefringence0.020
Crystal SystemTrigonal
Dispersion0.018–0.040
LusterVitreous
Color Descriptiondeep green
Transparency NotesTransparent, with good light transmission throughout the gemstone despite its deep green body colour. Minor natural inclusions and internal growth features have only limited influence on transparency, allowing the stone to retain a clean and open face-up appearance.
Natural CharacteristicsFine natural inclusions, subtle internal growth features and minor healed fissures may be visible under magnification, consistent with a relatively clean VS1 clarity profile. These characteristics have only limited influence on transparency and face-up appearance. The deep green body colour remains evenly expressed, while natural pleochroism may produce slight tonal variation when viewed from different directions.

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