Cut quality is what separates a good gemstone from a great one, and "Wintergreen Wonders" is a solid example of the latter. This matched pair of teal tourmalines carries a mixed-cut faceting that seems to send light rolling around inside the stone, giving them a bright, energetic movement rather than a flat, static sparkle. The color itself shifts between cool teal and forest green depending on the angle, which gives the pair real personality.
Matched at 4.16 total carats and roughly 7.1mm per stone, this is a genuinely coordinated set: close in color, shape, dimensions, and cutting style, which matters more than people realize once a stone actually gets set. That kind of matching makes them especially well suited for earrings, though they'd work just as well as the anchor of a custom ring.
If you're new to buying loose gemstones, our team is glad to walk through how a pair like this performs in different settings and what design approaches suit its particular shape and color. It's part of how we approach custom design: informed rather than intimidating, with real conversation about what makes one gem or pair the best fit for what you're building.
Cold Hard Facts:
- stone type: (2) teal tourmaline
- weight: 4.16ctw
- shape: square pillow-shaped mixed-cut
- dimensions: 7.1mm
- video available upon request
FAQ
Will the color I see on my screen match the stones in person?
Teal tourmaline shifts between shades of teal and forest green depending on the light hitting it, and your monitor adds its own variation on top of that. Screen settings, video cards, and browsers can all affect color slightly, so the stones you receive may look a bit different than what you see here. By purchasing, you're acknowledging that possibility. We're happy to provide video upon request to help you evaluate the pair more closely before buying.
What should I look for in a teal tourmaline pair for a ring?
Look for close matching in color, cut, shape, and size, along with good brilliance and proportions that suit your intended setting.
Are these stones a good match for earrings?
Yes. Their coordinated shape, size, and color make them especially well suited to earrings, though they can also be used in other custom designs.
Can I see these stones on video before buying?
Yes. Video is available upon request to help you evaluate the color, cut, and brilliance in more detail than photos alone can show.