{"product_id":"pakistani-black-tourmaline-on-albite-specimen-ref-0164","title":"Pakistani Black Tourmaline on Albite Specimen Ref: 0164","description":"\u003cp\u003ePakistani Black Tourmaline on Albite specimens are prized by mineral collectors worldwide for their striking contrast between jet-black schorl tourmaline crystals and bright white to grey albite feldspar matrix. Sourced from the mineral-rich pegmatite deposits of Pakistan — particularly Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) — these specimens showcase millions of years of geological artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Visual \u0026amp; Physical Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Contrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lustrous black tourmaline (schorl) crystals set against a bright white or silvery albite matrix create a dramatic, high-contrast display piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tourmaline appears as elongated prismatic columns, often striated lengthwise, with well-defined terminations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatrix Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e The albite host rock is typically well-crystallised, adding textural interest and structural stability to the specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tourmaline exhibits a vitreous to resinous luster; albite displays a pearly to vitreous sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural \u0026amp; Untreated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specimens are 100% natural, unheated, and chemically untreated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrimary Localities in Pakistan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalochistan Province:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for producing bold, well-formed schorl crystals on contrasting white feldspar matrix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKhyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK):\u003c\/strong\u003e Yields fine pegmatite-hosted specimens with sharp crystal definition and aesthetic matrix presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMineralogical Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMineral Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCyclosilicate (Tourmaline Group)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChemical Formula\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaFe₃Al₆(BO₃)₃Si₆O₁₈(OH)₄\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–7.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrigonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleavage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndistinct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% natural, unheated, and untreated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic collector's specimen valued for its bold aesthetics and geological significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used as a striking natural décor piece in homes, offices, and educational displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetaphysical Practices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black tourmaline is traditionally regarded as a powerful protective stone, believed to repel negative energy and promote grounding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRef: 0164 (For my use only)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48352262357184,"sku":"0164","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/6003\/4240\/files\/P_20260602_135019.jpg?v=1780386972","url":"https:\/\/www.kiwirocksandgems.com\/products\/pakistani-black-tourmaline-on-albite-specimen-ref-0164","provider":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","version":"1.0","type":"link"}