Description:
This rubellite from the Cruzeiro mine features gem-quality clarity, with a complete termination and high transparency and purity. Its rich, vibrant color makes it a rare specimen of red tourmaline, showcasing the beauty of this sought-after mineral.

The Cruzeiro Mine, located in the Safira pegmatite district in the Eastern Brazilian pegmatite province, is one of the most important sources of gemstone  and mineral specimens in the world. In 1915, this mine began operations to extract mica and was a major source during World War II. After the war, mining activities significantly declined until the 1950s, when the extraction of tourmaline (elbaite) and other minerals resumed.

Location:  Cruzeiro, Minas Gerais -  Brazil
Dimension: 4.5 × 1.4 × 1 cm
Weight: 9.06 gr