64.26ct GIA Bluish Green "Paraiba" Tourmaline

64.26ct GIA Certified Oval Cut Bluish Green "Paraiba" Tourmaline - This oval cut bluish green tourmaline is certified by GIA and weighs 64.26 carats. The stone displays a beautiful transparent bluish green color and is a copper bearing tourmaline which are commonly called "Paraiba" in the trade. Paraiba tourmaline is one of the rarest stones in the world, and gems of this size and quality are becoming increasingly hard to find in today's market. These gorgeous gemstones are only found in copper rich areas such as Brazil, Nigeria and Mozambique, and mining these stones is difficult and mostly done by hand. Copper Bearing "Paraiba Type" tourmaline displays a stunning, vivid blue green color due to the presence of copper, making this particular color of tourmaline one of the most sought after by gem collectors, as they appear to have a stunning neon-like glow even in low lighting conditions. Measurements: 26.72 x 23.09 x 14.73 mm. PLEASE NOTE, PRE-AUCTION SALES: GWS reserves the right to sell any Lot(s) through a negotiated transaction at any time prior to the conclusion of the auction. If a Lot is sold through a negotiated transaction, it will be withdrawn from the auction. All pre-auction purchases will receive free, overnight, insured shipping. Please email gwsauctions@gmail.com to submit a pre-auction offer.