What is Sunset tourmaline?

What is Sunset tourmaline?

A very unique gem, this material comes from only one location in the world, Voi in Kenya. The color of this material is reminiscent of the warm hues of a summer sunset, with just a hint of green to show this is truly a tourmaline.

How much is rough tourmaline worth?

These multicolor stones are popular with collectors and high quality specimens sell for prices in the range of $300 to $600 per carat. Other colors of tourmaline tend to be less expensive, but any fine material with vivid color can be quite valuable, especially in larger sizes.

How do you clean rough tourmaline?

Warm, soapy water is the best method for cleaning tourmaline. The use of ultrasonic and steam cleaners is not recommended.

How do you polish rough tourmaline?

Use a high-grade aluminum oxide polish, about 1 tablespoon polish to 2-3 tablespoons of water, in a slurry. Add a small amount of vinegar to help stop scratches, though that’s seldom a problem. Apply the polish to the lap with a decent-quality watercolor paintbrush made for applying washes.

How do you get tourmaline out of quartz?

The only method I know of to assure the preservation of the tourmaline crystal is done by using a diamond saw to cut away the surrounding quartz. You should consider a jewelers trim saw if the specimen is relatively small or otherwise delicate, and remember that thin blades are generally preferable to thicker blades.