The Tourmalines from Mozambique are fantastic gems. The purple-violet stones will transform with heat treatment to neon "Paraiba" colors
bluish greens and greenish blues. The color is stable and
permanent. This
oval has been heated. While inclusions are common in these stones,
this gem is eye-clean, with only a few very thin, short needles visible
with a loupe near the girdle on one side.
This stone has been completely re-cut by a
skilled cutter. We have left the stone slightly windowed in order
to keep it over 2 carats in weight. The high polish, free of any nicks or scratches,
adds brilliance. The color is more blue than green, and is very
attractive. If and when this deposit ceases to produce gems, the value of 'Paraiba' Mozambique Tourmalines will surely increase over time. | 
