Beginners Guide to Getting Stoned... I mean Stones! (Tourmaline)

   What do underwater blast sensors, piezoelectric pressure transducers, high frequency circuits, and and water purification systems have to do with today's blog?

Well, they contain a really cool gemstone I get a charge out of...

TOURMALINE!

Tourmaline-Rough Raw Pink

   This gemstone literally generates an electrical charge when placed under mechanical stress and is used in pressure gauges to detect shockwaves, explosions and underwater blasts! Its unique optical properties have been historically used in polarizing apparatuses and it also has the ability to help adjust the pH and improve water quality.

Pretty neat, but also really pretty attractive!

Green Tourmaline Ring

   Tourmaline is available in nearly every color, including pink, red, green, blue, yellow, and black, with some stones even presenting multiple colors (Watermelon Tourmaline is a favorite for many). The gemstone is found all around the globe in granitic pegmatites and and metaphoric rocks like schist and marble. With a Mohs Hardness of 7-7.5 it withstands everyday use and is a popular stone to use in jewelry and decorative household items.

This gemstone's popularity isn't confined to just it's pretty looks.

Tourmaline Pyramid

   Tourmaline is known for having powerful protective and grounding properties and is believed to act as a shield against negative energies. It's considered a stone of balance and thought to foster emotional stability, self confidence, and have the ability to release negativity. Its diverse colors are believed to possess different energies with variations like black Tourmaline used mainly for protection while yellow Tourmaline is generally credited with giving the wearer mental clarity and stress relief. Green is often associated with vitality, while blue is credited with having a calming effect.

   Whether you are looking to stave off negative energy or just seeking inner peace, I think you'll get a real "charge" out of this gemstone.

Watermelon Tourmaline Ring

If you want to know more about this gemstone or are looking to own this dazzling mineral, visit us in person or online at https://justwitchys.com. Just Witchy's carries a selection of books to expand your knowledge of this mineral, along with many other stones and crystals. We also offer a variety of products containing Tourmaline in its many colors—perfect for gifting, accessorizing, ritual use, or home décor.

Tourmaline/Clear Quartz Pendant

That's all for now from the Shinyite School of Stones!

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