Tourmaline Crystal on matrix - Height: 5.5 cm - Width: 9.5 cm- 881 g - (1)

Black tourmaline on matrix, 881 grams (often embedded in a matrix of quartz, feldspar, or mica), is a beloved and visually striking combination in the mineral world. The contrasting light-colored matrix makes the tourmaline’s deep-black, lustrous crystal needles (also known as schorl) stand out even more.

• Black tourmaline – Brazil: Minas Gerais

A robust and heavy collector’s piece of substantial size, consisting of deep-black tourmaline combined with light-colored quartz on a natural matrix.

• Aesthetic value: Unlike loose, solid chunks of black tourmaline, the matrix provides a beautiful natural contrast that accentuates the crystal structure.
• Energetic properties: In crystal healing, black tourmaline is known as one of the most powerful protective stones against radiation and negative energy. The presence of quartz or feldspar in the matrix is also said to enhance and harmonize these properties.