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Green Tourmaline

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Green Tourmaline

Also known as: Verdelite

Forest-green tourmaline, an October birthstone – a crystal lore stone of growth and vitality.

  • ColourGreen, Olive, Emerald green
  • Mineral groupTourmaline group (elbaite)
  • ChemistryNa(Li,Al)₃Al₆(Si₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃(OH)₄
  • Hardness (Mohs)7–7.5
  • Crystal systemTrigonal
  • Where it's foundBrazil, Namibia, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Mozambique
  • ChakraHeart
  • ZodiacCapricorn, Virgo
  • BirthstoneOctober (tourmaline)

What is Green Tourmaline?

Green tourmaline, also called verdelite, is usually elbaite tourmaline coloured green by iron and titanium, or by chromium and vanadium in rare "chrome" tourmaline. It forms long striated prisms in granite pegmatites in Brazil, Namibia and Afghanistan. Tourmaline is a birthstone for October.

Green Tourmaline astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsCapricorn, Virgo
  • Ruling planetVenus
  • ElementEarth
  • Birthstone monthOctober (tourmaline)

Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.

Green Tourmaline meaning & traditional properties

Green tourmaline is associated with growth, vitality and renewal in crystal traditions.

  • Growth
  • Vitality
  • Renewal

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Green Tourmaline

  • Wear green tourmaline as an October birthstone.

How to care for Green Tourmaline

Hard and durable. Clean with warm soapy water; avoid sudden temperature changes.

Looking for Green Tourmaline?

Green Tourmaline isn't in our shop right now – new stock arrives regularly. In the meantime, explore similar crystals we have available or browse our full crystal collection.

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    Pink Tourmaline

    Rose-pink to raspberry tourmaline, an October birthstone – treasured by China's last empress.

  • Emerald
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    Emerald

    The legendary green beryl and May birthstone, treasured from Cleopatra's Egypt to Colombia.

Rituals & pairings

Pair Green Tourmaline with a energy & motivation ritual

A bright morning ritual to wake up your energy and motivation.

Traditionally paired with: Lemongrass, citrus, mint or eucalyptus incense · An orange or yellow candle · Palo santo

  • Open the curtains and clear the space with palo santo.
  • Light an orange or yellow candle and citrus, lemongrass or eucalyptus incense.
  • Hold your crystal and name one thing you'll get done today.
  • Carry the crystal with you as your reminder.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Green Tourmaline jewellery & pendulums

Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.

Green Tourmaline FAQs

What is verdelite?

Another name for green tourmaline.

Is green tourmaline a birthstone?

Yes – tourmaline is a birthstone for October.

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  • Emerald
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  • Peridot

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