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Pink Tourmaline

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Pink Tourmaline

Also known as: Rubellite

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

  • ColourPink, Raspberry, Red
  • Mineral groupTourmaline group (elbaite)
  • ChemistryNa(Li,Al)₃Al₆(Si₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃(OH)₄
  • Hardness (Mohs)7–7.5
  • Crystal systemTrigonal
  • Where it's foundBrazil, Afghanistan, Mozambique, Nigeria, USA (California)
  • ChakraHeart
  • ZodiacLibra, Taurus
  • BirthstoneOctober (tourmaline)

What is Pink Tourmaline?

Pink tourmaline is usually elbaite tourmaline coloured by manganese; deep red to raspberry stones are called rubellite. Around 1900, Empress Dowager Cixi of China loved pink tourmaline so much that much of the output of the Himalaya Mine in San Diego County, California, was shipped to China for her carvings and jewellery. Tourmaline is a birthstone for October.

Pink Tourmaline astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsLibra, Taurus
  • Ruling planetVenus
  • ElementWater
  • 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.

Pink Tourmaline meaning & traditional properties

Pink tourmaline is associated with love, compassion and joy in crystal traditions.

  • Love
  • Compassion
  • Joy

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

How to use Pink Tourmaline

  • Wear pink tourmaline as an October birthstone.
  • Keep it near the heart as a love stone.

How to care for Pink Tourmaline

Hard and durable. Clean with warm soapy water; avoid heat.

Shop Pink Tourmaline

Hand-picked pink tourmaline crystals and jewellery from our Paralimni workshop.

Rituals & pairings

Pair Pink Tourmaline with a love & self-love ritual

A gentle heart-opening ritual for self-love, relationships and kindness.

Traditionally paired with: Rose or jasmine incense · Vanilla or rose candles · Palo santo to clear the space first

  • Clear the space with a little palo santo smoke.
  • Light a rose or vanilla candle and place your crystal in front of it.
  • Light rose or jasmine incense and write down three things you appreciate about yourself or someone you love.
  • Keep the crystal with your note, or carry it with you during the week.

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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Pink Tourmaline FAQs

What is rubellite?

Deep pink to red tourmaline.

Is pink tourmaline a birthstone?

Yes – tourmaline is a birthstone for October.

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