This striking specimen presents an elegant contrast of inky-black tourmaline crystals—deeply lustrous and sharply terminated—adorned with delicate drifts of hyalite opal that glow with ethereal fluorescence under UV light. The interplay between the grounding, architectural strength of the tourmaline, quartz, and the translucent, glass-like opal creates a composition that feels both ancient and otherworldly. Each facet of this piece reveals a narrative of geological harmony, where silicate strength meets opaline light.
Under daylight, the hyalite opal appears as soft, transparent veils clinging to the jet tourmaline and crystal quartz, under ultraviolet illumination, it comes alive with an electric green luminescence that transforms the specimen into a luminous sculpture of natural energy.
Origin: Erongo Region, Namibia (see videos in facebook group for proof of ethical sourcing)
Dimensions: 3.75”x2”x2”
Weight: 129g
Highlights
Exceptional Aesthetic Balance: Jet-black tourmaline and crystal quartz offset by ghostly hyalite opal drapery.
Dual Illumination Appeal: Exhibits mesmerizing UV fluorescence—ideal for both daylight and display lighting environments.
Fine Provenance: From the renowned Erongo Region of Namibia, celebrated for producing world-class tourmaline and hyalite associations.
Collector’s Note
The piece captures the dual essence of grounding strength and ethereal light—qualities that appeal equally to connoisseurs of mineralogy and metaphysical collectors. Its striking aesthetic and strong regional identity make it an exemplary addition to an advanced collection focused on contrast, rarity, and elegance.
As both a rare visual and geological find, this specimen is an increasingly valuable item in the high-quality mineral market. Fluorescent minerals have been attracting more attention from top collectors, especially when it shows sharp structure and striking optical qualities.
This striking specimen presents an elegant contrast of inky-black tourmaline crystals—deeply lustrous and sharply terminated—adorned with delicate drifts of hyalite opal that glow with ethereal fluorescence under UV light. The interplay between the grounding, architectural strength of the tourmaline, quartz, and the translucent, glass-like opal creates a composition that feels both ancient and otherworldly. Each facet of this piece reveals a narrative of geological harmony, where silicate strength meets opaline light.
Under daylight, the hyalite opal appears as soft, transparent veils clinging to the jet tourmaline and crystal quartz, under ultraviolet illumination, it comes alive with an electric green luminescence that transforms the specimen into a luminous sculpture of natural energy.
Origin: Erongo Region, Namibia (see videos in facebook group for proof of ethical sourcing)
Dimensions: 3.75”x2”x2”
Weight: 129g
Highlights
Exceptional Aesthetic Balance: Jet-black tourmaline and crystal quartz offset by ghostly hyalite opal drapery.
Dual Illumination Appeal: Exhibits mesmerizing UV fluorescence—ideal for both daylight and display lighting environments.
Fine Provenance: From the renowned Erongo Region of Namibia, celebrated for producing world-class tourmaline and hyalite associations.
Collector’s Note
The piece captures the dual essence of grounding strength and ethereal light—qualities that appeal equally to connoisseurs of mineralogy and metaphysical collectors. Its striking aesthetic and strong regional identity make it an exemplary addition to an advanced collection focused on contrast, rarity, and elegance.
As both a rare visual and geological find, this specimen is an increasingly valuable item in the high-quality mineral market. Fluorescent minerals have been attracting more attention from top collectors, especially when it shows sharp structure and striking optical qualities.
