Green Tourmaline Butterfly Wings Slices Jewelry-Grade

Description

Striking Visual Design
This exquisite pair of green tourmaline slices is sculpted into elegant “butterfly wing” shapes. The translucent light green hue, combined with the graceful carved lines, makes them striking focal points for custom jewelry.

Artisanal Carving from Vintage Material
Crafted from rare 1980s Brazilian green tourmaline, these pieces carry a sense of heritage and artisanal quality. Expert lapidary artisans shaped each wing using precision grinding, steady carving, and meticulous polishing. The result balances natural crystalline beauty with delicate sculptural form—no two pieces are ever identical, making them truly one-of-a-kind arts.

Formation & Source Background
Tourmaline is a crystallized boron silicate mineral formed in pegmatites, characterized by its pleochroic green and gold tones. Brazil—especially Minas Gerais—has long been a prolific source of tourmaline, celebrated for color and clarity.

Physical Profile

• Hardness: Approximately 7 (Mohs)—durable yet workable for fine settings

• Clarity & Cut: Eye-clean transparency, precise wing-carved facets highlight internal crystal structure

• Size Range: Typically carved within the range of 6–25 mm

Creative Uses

• Jewelry Making: Ideal for pendants, statement earrings, or custom gemstone inserts

• Collector Display: A visually unique specimen blending geological history with handcrafted artistry

• Metaphysical Element: Combines tourmaline’s grounding energy with the transformative symbolism of butterflies—popular in artisan spirituality and design

Care Recommendations

• Gently clean with a soft, damp cloth—avoid abrasive soaps or ultrasonic cleaners

• Store separately to prevent chips and preserve delicate edges

• Maintain away from excessive heat to retain color clarity and polish