76.91 Paraiba Type Mozambique Tourmaline


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Here is the relevant data on the 76.91 Paraiba Type Mozambique Tourmaline:

Size: 76.917
Cert: AGL - September 12, 2006
Type: Natural Paraiba Type Bluish Green Tourmaline
Shape: Square Antigue Modified Brilliant
MM: 25.31 x 24.89 x 18.39
Color/Tone: 4.5/50
Color Rating/Tone: 4-5/50-55
Color Scan: Green 55, Blue 25, Yellow 20
Clarity: FI
Proportions: Very Good-Good (3-4)
Depth: 73.2%
Average Brilliancy: 70%
Finish: Good (4-5)
TQIR: Excellent (1.5)
Heat Enhancement: Tourmalines of this type are commomly subjected to low/moderate levels of heating to permanently improve their body color
Clarity Enhancement: None
Price: US$4,000. per carat or $307,640.00. total including shipping/handling in the United States and the $1500 original AGL Colored Stone Grading Report.
NGC Comment: Recently discovered in Mozambique, Africa, a brand new tourmaline was found which rivals the colors of tourmaline from Paraiba, Brazil. The collector market has really been in search of a new product since the Brazilian Paraiba has dwindled in size and availability. Although not as vivid as the original Brazilian material, the Mozambique colors are close. The largest new gem quality Mozambique Tourmaline is the 76.91 square antique modified brilliant. The stone has a rare Excellent (1.5) TQIR. The color and tone is 4.5/50. It is bluish green in color. The stone is flawless with superior cutting and high brilliancy. The stone was subjected to low/moderate heat and no clarity enhancement. The ultimate collectible or a serious gemstone for a hard asset portfolio.

For more information on this gem, call Robert Genis of National Gemstone at 1-800-458-6453 or e-mail.

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