Natural Rubelite

Rubelite is the intense hot pink - red color variety of tourmaline. Generally not as clean as pink tourmaline, it looks great under any light conditions. It is greatly prized and sought after because of its’ intense color. The price of rubelite is considerably higher than the more common pink tourmaline.

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Our Rubelite(s) are available in various shapes, sizes and colors. 2 Rubelite(s), too many to look through? You may select any combination of search options. Colors grade into each other and you can search for more than one color at once. For a better selection, try selecting two or three colors, -- your first choice plus the two closest colors.

Rubelite Profile

Color information:	Hot Pink to Intense red
Refractive Index:	1.624(+.005, -.005) - 1.644(+.006, -.006)
Chemical Composition:	(NaCa)(LI,MgFe,Al)9B3Si6(O,OH)31
Hardness:	7-7.5
Density:	3.06 (.05, +.15)
Crystal Group:	Hexagonal
Ocurrence:	Brazil, Madagascar, Nigeria, U.S.A.
Sign of the Zodiac:	N/A
Month of the year:	N/A

Pink Tourmaline promotes female balance and protection. Green Tourmaline promotes male balance. According to legend, all colors of tourmaline protect the wearer against many dangers and misfortune.

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