Rubellite Tourmaline, 12.57 cts., 17.4x14.0 mm., Oval Fantasy, Red, Nigeria

Gem: Rubellite Tourmaline
Weight: 12.57 cts.
Size: 17.42 x 14.08 x 6.83 mm
Color: Rich Red
Clarity: VS
Cut: Oval Fantasy
Locality: Nigeria
Treatment: None

This is a world class Rubellite Tourmaline.  It displays a saturated true red color and has excellent clarity.  The cut is a brilliant oval with fantasy style carving in the pavilion.  This stone is natural Earth mined in Nigeria with no treatments. Cut by Brett Kosnar in December 2024.