This elegant tourmaline with quartz specimen, sourced from the traditional Água Branca Mine in Coronel Murta, Minas Gerais, is a piece that combines strong visual impact, natural contrast, and significant mineralogical value. Measuring 5.8 × 2.7 × 2.3 cm and weighing 51 grams, it features well-balanced proportions and an excellent presence for both collectors and decorative display.
The tourmaline, known for its prismatic structure and vitreous luster, displays striking tones that stand out against the light, translucent quartz base. The association of these two minerals creates a highly prized natural contrast, revealing textures, forms, and colors that faithfully reflect the geological richness of the Jequitinhonha Valley.
Quartz acts as the matrix, enhancing the tourmaline’s natural crystal faces while providing stability and harmony to the overall composition. The specimen retains good crystalline integrity, with a balanced aesthetic and excellent presentation.
Ideal for:
Collectors of Brazilian mineral specimens
Display cases and refined mineral décor
Geological study and curated collections
Energetic or metaphysical use, as the tourmaline–quartz combination is associated with protection, stability, and purification
The tourmaline with quartz from the Água Branca Mine is a piece that brings together beauty, contrast, and authenticity—perfect for those seeking a classic, well-formed specimen from the Coronel Murta region.
