This is a fine green tourmaline, a member of the elbaite variety of the tourmaline family. Green tourmaline is highly valued for its range of vibrant hues, from light minty green to deep forest tones.

• Color: Bright, vivid green with a lively brilliance (often compared to emerald or tsavorite garnet).

• Clarity: Typically eye-clean to slightly included; inclusions are common in natural stones but often minimal in high-quality specimens.

• Cut: (as seen in your photo) cushion/emerald style, designed to maximize both brilliance and depth of color.

• Origin: Green tourmalines are found in several regions, including Afghanistan, Brazil, Nigeria, and Mozambique. Afghan green tourmalines are especially prized for their rich saturation and neon-like glow.

• Hardness: 7 – 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it durable for everyday jewelry.

• Metaphysical Associations (optional for sales/collectors): Often called the “stone of life energy,” green tourmaline is believed to encourage vitality, creativity, and emotional balance.