This freeform specimen pairs black tourmaline with a striking formation of mica.
This piece keeps the two minerals together just as they formed. The black crystal gives it weight and contrast, while the mica adds a layered, reflective texture that shifts as the light changes. Because it is freeform and unpolished, it looks most at home among other raw minerals, on a bookshelf, or as an accent on an office desk. It suits a mineral lover who prefers stones as nature left them, and it makes a thoughtful gift for someone who collects raw specimens.
About Black Tourmaline and Mica
Black tourmaline, the variety called schorl, is the most common member of the tourmaline group and usually grows in granite pegmatite. Mica forms in the same rocks. It belongs to a group of sheet silicates with nearly perfect cleavage, splitting into thin, flexible sheets with a pearly to metallic luster, and muscovite is the most common kind.
Stone Meaning: Black tourmaline is traditionally associated with grounding and protection.
Additional Details
- You receive the exact tourmaline and mica specimen shown.
- Measurements were not provided; please ask if you need them before ordering.
- Natural, unpolished black tourmaline with mica.
- Mica splits into thin sheets; handle by the tourmaline and avoid picking at the flakes.
Disclaimer: Please consult a healthcare professional for any medical advice. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.
