Tourmaline Watermelon du musée • Qualité AA exceptionnelle • 1,85 ct • Ensemble 2 sur 5 - Hauteur : 9 mm- 0.37 g - (1)

**IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER**
LIMITED EDITION COLLECTION

This lot is part of a strictly limited five-piece collection.
This is number 2 of 5

Each Watermelon Tourmaline in this collection is presented as a unique entry, forming a complete limited set of 5 museum grade slices, all selected for exceptional clarity, symmetry, vivid colour zoning and outstanding rarity. Buyers following the series may pursue the full 5 piece collection across consecutive weekly auctions.

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Description:
A natural Watermelon Tourmaline slice from Minas Gerais displaying a soft but highly aesthetic chromatic structure. At the centre lies a gentle pink core with a rounded triangular outline, less intense than the first piece of the series but still clearly defined and naturally luminous. This core transitions into a subtle pale halo before meeting the outer green rim, which appears slightly irregular but retains the authentic colour zoning characteristic of true watermelon slices from Brazilian pegmatites.

The green perimeter is darker and more saturated on one side, creating an organic asymmetry that gives this slice a more raw, natural identity. Its translucency is moderate but clean, allowing the inner colours to diffuse softly when illuminated, revealing the internal structure without any black inclusions or intrusive fractures.

This slice stands out for its natural zoning, its pleasing organic geometry, and its attractive chromatic balance. A genuine collector’s slice with a character of its own within the five piece limited edition.

Specifications:
• Weight: 0.37 g
• Carat weight: 1.85 ct
• Dimensions: 9 × 3 mm
• Origin: Minas Gerais, Brazil
• Material: Natural watermelon tourmaline
• Variety: Museum grade slice
• Colour: Pink core with white transition and green rim
• Transparency: Translucent, clean.
• Treatment: None
• Form: Natural slice

Notable points:
• Attractive pink core with soft internal luminosity
• Organic asymmetric outline typical of natural Brazilian watermelon formations
• Clean translucency without black spots or internal structural breaks
• Natural chromatic progression from pink to pale halo to green rim
• Well preserved zoning despite the slice’s small size
• Ideal collector’s piece for those who appreciate natural geometry rather than strict symmetry
• Part of a strictly limited five piece curated set, enhancing long-term collectability

Collector interest:
Highly appealing to collectors who value natural zoning and authentic slice architecture. This piece stands out for its distinctive asymmetry and clean translucency, offering a complementary contrast to Set 1 within the limited series.

Lapidary Potential:
Suitable for delicate jewellery settings, especially minimalist designs that highlight natural zoning. Its balanced colours and organic outline make it equally fitting as a standalone display specimen.

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Photography and transparency:
All photos were taken under controlled light conditions, carefully selected to reproduce the most accurate natural color of each specimen. No filters, color enhancement, or artificial saturation were applied. The lighting setup is used exclusively to represent the piece as it appears under neutral daylight, ensuring that buyers can appreciate its true tones and luster without distortion.

Identification and ethics:
All specimens offered are guaranteed natural and as described. Their origin and mineral identification are provided with the most accurate and reliable information available. Every effort is made to ensure that each piece is presented with full transparency, avoiding any misleading details regarding its nature, treatment, or provenance.

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