Morocco Rubellite Tourmaline

Tourmaline (Elbaite)
Locality: Beni Bouzra, Chefchaouen Province, Tanger–Tetouan–Al Hoceima Region, Morocco
Dimensions: 52*35*30mm, tourmaline crystal 29*10*9mm/30.7g

This specimen features a richly colored, well-developed large crystal with a fully preserved termination, displaying a saturated and pure pink hue. The overall presentation is both elegant and powerful, making it a fine collector-grade mineral specimen from this Moroccan locality.

With its strong visual impact and high recognizability, this piece stands out as a truly memorable example of Moroccan tourmaline.


【Tourmaline from Morocco】
Beyond isolated single crystals, Moroccan tourmaline specimens are frequently found associated with feldspar and quartz. The matrix often presents a porcelain-like white or a clean, restrained grey tone, offering a calm and refined structural foundation.

Against this pristine matrix, the intensely colored and sharply defined tourmaline crystal appears to emerge dynamically from the host rock, creating a powerful yet elegant visual contrast. The result is a specimen that balances mineralogical significance with strong aesthetic presence, appealing equally to serious collectors and those with an eye for sculptural beauty.