{"product_id":"paprok-tourmaline-crystal-specimen-red-green-blue-color-zoning-273g-afghanistan-mineral","title":"Paprok Tourmaline Crystal Specimen – Red, Green \u0026 Blue Color Zoning, 273g Afghanistan Mineral","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis large \u003cstrong\u003ePaprok tourmaline crystal specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e features striking natural color zoning in red, green, and blue. Weighing 273 grams and measuring 110 × 52 × 36 mm, it is a substantial collector specimen from the pegmatite fields of Paprok in Nuristan Province, Afghanistan.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePaprok tourmaline is highly valued by mineral collectors for its vivid multicolor zoning and association with one of Afghanistan’s best-known gem-producing regions. The contrasting red, green, and blue zones give this specimen strong visual interest from multiple angles and make it well suited for display, mineral collections, or advanced crystal collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMineral Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tourmaline\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multicolor Paprok tourmaline\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, green, and blue color zoning\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trigonal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7 to 7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 273 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 × 52 × 36 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural mineral specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTourmaline is a complex borosilicate mineral group known for its wide range of colors and frequent color zoning within a single crystal. Multicolor specimens are especially prized when distinct color bands are clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMetaphysical Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn crystal traditions, tourmaline is associated with \u003cstrong\u003egrounding, protection, emotional balance, and energetic alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e. Multicolor tourmaline is often believed to combine the symbolic qualities of its different color zones, with red linked to vitality and motivation, green to growth and balance, and blue to communication and mental clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese metaphysical associations are based on traditional crystal beliefs and are not intended as medical or therapeutic claims.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Empire Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50547845759107,"sku":null,"price":16000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/3974\/2083\/files\/UN-0731_1.jpg?v=1790223184","url":"https:\/\/crystalempiregems.com\/products\/paprok-tourmaline-crystal-specimen-red-green-blue-color-zoning-273g-afghanistan-mineral","provider":"Crystal Empire Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}