{"product_id":"watermelon-tourmaline-lepidolite-paprok-afghanistan-14g","title":"Watermelon Tourmaline Crystal with Lepidolite, 14g, Paprok","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Watermelon Tourmaline Crystal With Lepidolite From Paprok\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis tourmaline specimen comes from Paprok, Afghanistan, a locality recognized for producing genuine watermelon tourmaline, the bicolor variety showing pink at the core and green toward the outer zone, resembling the cross-section of the fruit it's named after. At 14 grams and measuring 51 x 22 x 18 mm, this crystal is fully terminated and completely free of damage, sitting alongside natural lepidolite, the lithium mica that commonly forms in the same pegmatite pockets as tourmaline in this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWatermelon tourmaline requires a very specific set of trace element conditions during crystal growth to produce its distinctive color zoning, which is part of why genuine examples, rather than dyed or artificially enhanced material sometimes seen on the market, are worth seeking out specifically. This piece shows strong color and luster across the crystal, and the lepidolite matrix provides a soft, contrasting texture against the harder tourmaline crystal faces. To see the color zoning and lepidolite detail up close, we'd recommend watching the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/UuZ6kQY-kNA\"\u003evideo of this exact specimen\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 gram\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e51 x 22 x 18 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\/Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Terminated Crystal with Lepidolite Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatermelon (Pink and Green Zoning)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural, Gem Grade Luster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaprok, Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 to 7.5 (Tourmaline), 2.5 to 4 (Lepidolite)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTourmaline (Elbaite) with Lepidolite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGemstone Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthstone: October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZodiac Sign: Libra, Scorpio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChakra: Heart Chakra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealing Properties: Watermelon tourmaline is commonly associated with emotional balance and heart-centered healing in crystal practice, with some practitioners specifically valuing its dual color as representing harmony between different energies. Lepidolite is separately associated with calm and stress relief, giving this combination piece a layered set of associations beyond its visual appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Minerals Paradise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe source tourmaline directly from mines in Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting out the resellers that usually add markup on rarer color varieties like watermelon tourmaline. The crystal you receive is the exact one shown in the photos and video, not a comparable piece pulled from stock. Every order ships express worldwide, backed by a 30-day return policy. You can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/watermelon-tourmaline-lepidolite-paprok-afghanistan-14g\"\u003eview and purchase this specimen directly here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor more watermelon tourmaline, browse our dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/collections\/watermelon-tourmaline-crystals\"\u003eWatermelon Tourmaline collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/collections\/tourmaline-crystals\"\u003eTourmaline Crystals collection\u003c\/a\u003e. We also carry a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/twinned-watermelon-tourmaline-crystals-with-lepidolite-paproke-tourmaline-raw-mineral-tourmaline-specimen-16-gram\"\u003etwinned watermelon tourmaline crystal with lepidolite from Paprok at 16 grams\u003c\/a\u003e, a very close match in both locality and pairing, and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/watermelon-tourmaline-crystals-with-topaz-and-pink-lepidolite-bicolor-tourmaline-specimen-tourmaline-cluster-tourmaline-for-sale-122-g\"\u003ewatermelon tourmaline with topaz and pink lepidolite at 122 grams\u003c\/a\u003e if you want to compare a larger piece. To learn more about tourmaline's color varieties, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/blogs\/gemology\/tourmaline-colors-explained-from-watermelon-to-paraiba-the-full-guide\"\u003etourmaline colors guide\u003c\/a\u003e, and for tips on spotting genuine Afghan tourmaline, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/blogs\/gemology\/how-to-identify-natural-tourmaline-crystals-from-afghanistan\"\u003eguide to identifying natural tourmaline crystals from Afghanistan\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAQS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this genuine watermelon tourmaline rather than dyed material?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis crystal shows its pink and green color zoning naturally as it formed, verified through its natural crystal structure and matrix, unlike some watermelon tourmaline on the market that has been artificially dyed or treated to fake the color pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this tourmaline crystal natural and untreated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. This specimen from Paprok, Afghanistan is completely natural with no heat treatment or color enhancement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is lepidolite, and why is it on this specimen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLepidolite is a lithium mica that commonly forms in the same pegmatite pockets as tourmaline in Afghanistan, appearing here as a natural matrix rather than being added separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the crystal damaged or does it have any chips?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNo, the crystal is fully terminated and completely free of damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this specimen suitable for jewelry or display only?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is sold as a raw mineral specimen for display and collecting. Cutting it would remove the natural termination and lepidolite matrix that give this piece its specimen value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerals Paradise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47550299373859,"sku":"PR22\/1","price":1380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/6833\/0019\/files\/Watermelon_tourmaline_with_lepidolite_side_view.jpg?v=1788929470","url":"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/watermelon-tourmaline-lepidolite-paprok-afghanistan-14g","provider":"Minerals Paradise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}