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Afghan tourmaline considered the worlds best for gemstones.

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I purchased a couple parcels of cut green and blue stones from Namak Mandi market in Peshawar Pakistan.  I sent a blue and a green stone away for apprasial and certification at Harold Weinstein Labs.  I'm listing the stones on the auction site at less than trade value.  Trade in the industry is considered the value that jewelers purchase at themselves.  Tripple key pricing.  Trade is 1/2 wholesale and 1/3 retail.  The same as given in the Stuller book of Colored Stones and Diamonds.  I tried to purchase the most pleasing tones to the eyes as isn't that what its all about?

Certified apprasied stones are taken from parcels.  Stones from the same parcels are offered for less in the non certified section of this auction site.  Just look at the price and see what type of deal your getting.  Appraised prices are at fair market value as deemed by the gemologist at the time of certification.  Please note the date on the apprasials. 

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Fed Ex top priority shipping on all free shipping orders.  All Canada Post shipping is via air with first $100 insurance included for $10.  Packaged in gem box with bubble plastic bag included for safety.  If bidding on multiple items contact me and I will combine shipping at no additional charge.  I must be contacted to combine shipping. 

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