Tourmalinated Quartz Pendants  

Natural Black Tourmaline Inclusions in Clear Quartz

Tourmalinated quartz rates 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it suitable for regular wear in pendant form. The black needles you see are schorl tourmaline, the most common tourmaline variety, which contains iron and gives the inclusions their dark color. Major deposits occur in Brazil, Madagascar, and parts of Africa, where the right conditions allowed both minerals to form together. The contrast between dark tourmaline and transparent quartz gives each pendant a graphic quality that pairs well with both casual and formal wear. Some stones show dense clusters of needles while others display just a few dramatic strands crossing the quartz. This variation means you can choose pieces that match your preference for bold or subtle patterning. All pendants in this collection use .925 sterling silver settings and genuine natural stones. We have sold tourmalinated quartz jewelry since 2005 and photograph each piece so you see the actual pendant you will receive. Browse the full selection to find needle patterns and silver designs that fit your style.