{
  "id": 13810702,
  "title": "From pink to Paraiba: Why tourmaline is October’s most captivating birthstone",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/from-pink-to-paraiba-why-tourmaline-is-octobers-most-captivating",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T21:42:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/october-birthstone-tourmaline-jewellery-6433681"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tourmaline, October's alternative birthstone, showcases a remarkable array of colors, ranging from soft pinks and vivid greens to rare Paraiba blues. Among the few gemstones that provide such creative flexibility, tourmaline shines brightly due to its diverse color spectrum, which spans delicate blush pink, vivid green, bright blue, and deep red hues. The name \"tourmaline\" originates from the Sinhalese word \"toramalli,\" meaning \"mixed gems.\" Historically, tourmaline was often mistaken for other precious stones because of its extensive color range – green varieties were confused with emeralds, while red ones were mistaken for rubies. It wasn't until the 19th century that scientists identified tourmaline as a distinct mineral group. Today, its chromatic versatility has made tourmaline a favorite among jewelry houses and collectors. As a birthstone, tourmaline symbolizes balance, protection, and creativity; however, its symbolism varies depending on the color. Renowned houses like Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Harry Winston have incorporated tourmaline into exquisite fine and high jewelry pieces that deserve a place in your collection beyond October. Inspired by Rome's ancient Baths of Caracalla, Bvlgari's Divas' Dream Necklace collection features tourmaline, while Graff's signature butterfly motif appears as two pear-shaped and marquise diamonds atop a tourmaline-lined ring. Tiffany & Co.'s Bird on a Rock continues to symbolize joy and optimism, reinterpreted with green oval tourmalines, and BP de Silva's Art Deco-inspired ring showcases a vivid 1.42-carat emerald-cut pink tourmaline. David Yurman's tennis bracelet replaces traditional diamonds with pink tourmalines, while Harry Winston's necklace boasts a 16-carat triangular Paraiba tourmaline, creating a dramatic yet elegant piece. Cartier's platinum drop earrings feature two October birthstones – tourmaline and opal – and Piaget's Minty Zest ring centers a six-carat green tourmaline surrounded by yellow sapphires and diamonds, inspired by a refreshing cocktail.",
  "summary": "Tourmaline, October’s other birthstone, comes in a remarkable spectrum of hues, from delicate pinks and vivid greens to coveted Paraiba blues.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}