Blue Green Tourmaline

[mrsgreeneyes]

I would really appreciate some feedback on this blue-green tourmaline. Stats are 3.74ct, 8x8x7.

It seems pretty deep to me, but I have zero gemstone experience. In diamonds this would be waaaaaay too deep and a hard pass, haha.

My main draw here is the color, shape, and size I need for the project I'm kicking around. In a perfect world I would love a precision cut tourm, but that may not be within budget at this size and color. All thoughts welcome, and I won't be offended if you say, "Lady, what are you thinking??"

 

[ExoticGems]

This tourmaline is for sure overly deep also It is probably very dark in person with little color unless the lighting is ideal.

 

[Burmesedaze]

I'd pass on this. Way too bottom heavy and faces up really small.

 

[Gemobsessed]

This is really dark. I’d pass. Even a much smaller stone can be a much brighter one if it’s precision cut.

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

Definitely will pass. I felt it was too deep and I appreciate everyone chiming in to confirm that. After watching the vid several times I also realized it’s pulling more yellow undertone than I am wanting. Definitely wanting to stay on the bluer end of the spectrum.

I love this stone but it is waaaaaaay over my budget and slightly larger than I’m wanting: https://www.litnon.com/index.php?page=viewgem&id=10653

I’d like to be somewhere between 7 and 8.5mm square. But honestly? If it were in budget I would get it and figure out a way to deal with the size issue.

So tell me, am I barking up the right tree with this second stone? The proportions seem better to me, the cut seems better, and while totally my own criteria, the color is better. I don’t mind these inclusions, but will absolutely avoid striations as I don’t like that look.

 

[shinyrocks]

Hmmm. The first stone seems pretty dark, and it is cut with steep "end" facets due to it being a closed c axis tourmaline, so it would take a special setting. The Litnon stone looks better and should definitely be lighter. Whether it is what you're after is something that I don't think any of us could tell you, since color is such a personal thing. You mention this one being way over your budget. Do you mind sharing what you're wanting to spend? Blue and blue-green tourmalines can get pretty pricy, particularly for brighter colors.

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

You mention this one being way over your budget. Do you mind sharing what you're wanting to spend? Blue and blue-green tourmalines can get pretty pricy, particularly for brighter colors.

So I'd like to stay in the $300-$400 range, but I also don't know how realistic that expectation is. I'm willing to stretch that budget, but not all the way to $900.

I came across two other stones that have piqued my interest, but are still a budget stretch.

1. 1.71ct https://www.etsy.com/listing/485313441/171ct-square-cushion-cut-blue-green?ref=hp_rf
Video: https://www.instagram.com/p/BYWOzH1Hd0A/
Seller said that the listing photos were taken in outdoor, indirect light and the video was taken in office lighting. I feel like the color dies a bit in the video. Maybe this isn't such a horrible thing as the stone may appear darker when set?

2. 2.68ct https://www.etsy.com/listing/495224969/tourmaline-268-ct-bluegreen-teal-tone-8?ref=hp_rf
I requested a video from the seller but have not yet heard back.

 

[Gemobsessed]

Trust me there is way better stuff out there and you should keep looking unless you are in a major hurry. Blue greens can be incredibly special. I waited six months for the one I’m attaching here. There will be a decently supply. I’d suggest looking at common PS vendors and LT regularly and giving it time.

 

[theredspinel]

Trust me there is way better stuff out there and you should keep looking unless you are in a major hurry. Blue greens can be incredibly special. I waited six months for the one I’m attaching here. There will be a decently supply. I’d suggest looking at common PS vendors and LT regularly and giving it time.

Maybe it's this picture but this stone looks straight green, I'm not seeing the blue?

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

Trust me there is way better stuff out there and you should keep looking unless you are in a major hurry. Blue greens can be incredibly special. I waited six months for the one I’m attaching here. There will be a decently supply. I’d suggest looking at common PS vendors and LT regularly and giving it time.

That stone is beautiful, but not at all the color I’m looking for. I am not in a major hurry and am able to take my time with this project, though I am curious as to why you think I should pass on both of these stones? The color is what I am looking for and (admittedly to my untrained eye) the cuts seem lovely. Are they overpriced? Or do I need to adjust my budget?

 

[theredspinel]

So I'd like to stay in the $300-$400 range, but I also don't know how realistic that expectation is. I'm willing to stretch that budget, but not all the way to $900.

I came across two other stones that have piqued my interest, but are still a budget stretch.

1. 1.71ct https://www.etsy.com/listing/485313441/171ct-square-cushion-cut-blue-green?ref=hp_rf
Video: https://www.instagram.com/p/BYWOzH1Hd0A/
Seller said that the listing photos were taken in outdoor, indirect light and the video was taken in office lighting. I feel like the color dies a bit in the video. Maybe this isn't such a horrible thing as the stone may appear darker when set?

2. 2.68ct https://www.etsy.com/listing/495224969/tourmaline-268-ct-bluegreen-teal-tone-8?ref=hp_rf
I requested a video from the seller but have not yet heard back.

My worthless opinion. First stone is medium dark tone with not a very strong saturation. It's also much closer to the greener spectrum then blue. I can see a little grey.

Second one, the tone is very dark. Too dark.

Both stones probably a bit overpriced for what they are. But if everyone starts paying these prices it will very fast become the norm. First stone you're paying more for the precision cutting.

 

[Gemobsessed]

That stone is beautiful, but not at all the color I’m looking for. I am not in a major hurry and am able to take my time with this project, though I am curious as to why you think I should pass on both of these stones? The color is what I am looking for and (admittedly to my untrained eye) the cuts seem lovely. Are they overpriced? Or do I need to adjust my budget?

Well I was just trying to show you how bright a blue green well cut stone can be. That picture is taken in low light. I feel the stones you have chosen are medium to dark. But it is a personal call. I personally like very bright stones but not every one does. Colour wise as I have a few that I may prefer but you may not. There is a green thread which has many tourmalines you may find helpful as a reference point.

https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/a-green-thread.186979/

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

This is the color I am after:

 

[Gemobsessed]

This is the color I am after:

Hi, thank you for sharing. You are looking for a dark but well saturated stone. For sure you can find it easily in your budget of 300-400. Please don’t give up the search!! You can also check out the vendor list, loupe Troop, preloved jewels section and diamond bistro.

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

Hi, thank you for sharing. You are looking for a dark but well saturated stone. For sure you can find it easily in your budget of 300-400. Please don’t give up the search!! You can also check out the vendor list, loupe Troop, preloved jewels section and diamond bistro.

Thank you for the confidence boost that this is attainable!

 

[Gemobsessed]

Maybe it's this picture but this stone looks straight green, I'm not seeing the blue?

Keeps changing

 

[theredspinel]

Keeps changing

WOW!!! Now that's blue green gorgeous!

 

[tonysgeko]

Mrsgreeneyes, what do you think of this? Found it after a search using forrest green tourmaline. http://missouririversapphire.co/product/2-73ct-afghani-tourmaline/

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

Mrsgreeneyes, what do you think of this? Found it after a search using forrest green tourmaline. http://missouririversapphire.co/product/2-73ct-afghani-tourmaline/

Thank you! That color is pretty close, close enough that I would consider it a contender. But that corner inclusion really worries me.

 

[Gemobsessed]

WOW!!! Now that's blue green gorgeous!

Thank you ! It is my pride and joy!

 

[Gemobsessed]

Mrsgreeneyes, what do you think of this? Found it after a search using forrest green tourmaline. http://missouririversapphire.co/product/2-73ct-afghani-tourmaline/

Quite nice but yes you should go for a clearer stone.

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

Does Litnon just have insanely high prices??

https://www.litnon.com/index.php?page=viewgem&id=10988

 

[jewelsforalltosee]

Dana at Master Cut Gems has one that might fit your criteria?
https://www.mastercutgems.com/Produ...-GemMedia.php?FromPage=1&ProductMediaID=37226

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

Dana at Master Cut Gems has one that might fit your criteria?
https://www.mastercutgems.com/Produ...-GemMedia.php?FromPage=1&ProductMediaID=37226

I do have that one saved as a possibility, thank you! I’m hoping to find a precision cut gem, though.

 

[tonysgeko]

Mrsgrreneyes, found this auction site and thought you should check it out. There's also a parcel that i will link to.
https://www.gemrockauctions.com/auctions/162-cts-tourmaline-well-cut-high-luster-trm12sh-555936

https://www.gemrockauctions.com/auc...rmaline-6-mm-octagon-calibrated-parcel-699092

 

[2Neezers]

Steve at Westview Gems is an amazing cutter and has a few green cushions available right now.
This one would be my favorite:

Link to the listing:
http://stevorocks.com/Home/Detail/8883266

 

[tonysgeko]

Found these, maybe some leverback earrings?

https://www.gemrockauctions.com/auc...-parti-sapphire-gemstone-pair-tbm-1288-680110

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

Steve at Westview Gems is an amazing cutter and has a few green cushions available right now.
This one would be my favorite:

Link to the listing:
http://stevorocks.com/Home/Detail/8883266

Oh my goodness, thank you! There are two great options on there and I have sent an inquiry for both.

 

[2Neezers]

Oh my goodness, thank you! There are two great options on there and I have sent an inquiry for both.

I hope one of the options will work for you . If he sends you more pictures of the options, I would love to see them. I think his stones typically look closer in person to the color in the photos on his site rather than the video.

 

[mrsgreeneyes]

I hope one of the options will work for you . If he sends you more pictures of the options, I would love to see them. I think his stones typically look closer in person to the color in the photos on his site rather than the video.

That's great to know, thank you. He replied to say he would take a few more shots for me today, and I have one of the stones reserved. Excited!