Secure this massive 11.61 carat Green Tourmaline, a masterpiece of natural mineralogy. This Mixed Cushion Cut Jewelry-Grade Loose Gemstone offers the lush, deep saturation of an emerald at a fraction of the cost. Boasting VS clarity and absolutely zero treatments, this Green Tourmaline (Code: ATTOUR) is the definition of perfect quality. At a wholesale rate of $50 per carat ($581 total), you are getting the best price for a substantial investment piece that dominates any jewelry setting.

Why Invest in This 11.61 Carat Green Tourmaline?

In the current gemstone market, finding a Green Tourmaline over 10 carats with excellent clarity is a challenge. Most large stones are heavily included or overly dark (extinct). This 11.61 Ct Green Tourmaline – Mixed Cushion Cut Jewelry-Grade Loose Gemstone hits the “sweet spot” of deep green saturation while retaining transparency. The stone allows light to penetrate its 7.44 mm depth, creating a velvety glow known as “Verdelite” in trade terms.

The dimensions (16.48 x 11.52 mm) are impressive. This elongated cushion shape provides a massive face-up appearance, making it perfect for a cocktail ring that demands attention. Unlike commercial-grade stones that are often irradiated to improve color, this Green Tourmaline is completely untreated, preserving its natural integrity and value for collectors.

Gemological Analysis: The Mixed Cushion Cut

Enhancing Color Through Faceting

Darker tourmalines require expert cutting to prevent them from looking black. This Mixed Cushion Cut Jewelry-Grade Loose Gemstone utilizes a “mixed” faceting style—combining a brilliant cut crown with a step-cut pavilion. This technique scatters light effectively, brightening the Green Tourmaline and revealing flashes of lighter forest green and teal within the stone’s body.

VS Clarity in Large Tourmalines

Tourmalines are typically Type III gems (often included). To find a specimen exceeding 11 carats with VS (Very Slightly Included) clarity is statistically rare. This stone is eye-clean, meaning the internal characteristics are microscopic and do not interfere with the stone’s durability or beauty. It is robust enough (7-7.5 Mohs) for daily wear in rings.

Green Tourmaline vs. Other Green Gemstones

How does this 11.61 Ct tourmaline compare to other popular green gems?

• 🟢 Vs. Emerald: A natural Emerald of 11.61 carats with VS clarity would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Green Tourmaline offers greater clarity and durability for a tiny fraction of the price ($581), making it the “smart buyer’s emerald.”
• 🍋 Vs. Peridot: Peridot is strictly olive-green. If you desire a deeper, cooler “forest” or “bottle” green, Tourmaline is the superior choice for saturation and elegance.
• ✨ Vs. Tsavorite Garnet: While Garnet is highly refractive, Tsavorites over 5 carats are incredibly expensive and rare. This Tourmaline provides the “big stone” look that high-end jewelry design often requires.

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