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14k Gold-Filled
At least 1/20 of total weight
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Ultra-thin layer
One of a kind
Ships in 2 to 3 business days
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Raw Blue Tourmaline Necklace
Only one available · handmade
incl. VAT, plus shipping
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- Wrapped by hand with 14K gold-filled wire
- Fine Venetian chain in 14K gold-filled, 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in)
- Also available as a pendant on its own
- One of a kind, only one available
- Pendant and chain are water-resistant
Handmade in Germany
Genuine natural stone
In stock
Genuine raw crystal
14K gold-filled, not plated
Delivered in 3 to 6 business days (Germany)
Real customer photos
Thousands of happy customers since 2019
The Stone: Blue Tourmaline as a Raw Crystal
This tourmaline necklace carries a genuine blue tourmaline, known in the gem trade as indicolite. Blue is one of the rarer colors in this stone family. The crystal glows in a deep petrol blue that looks greenish from one angle and a stronger blue from another, because tourmaline shows different shades in different directions. The fine lengthwise grooves along the sides are typical of it, and with a Mohs hardness of 7 to 7.5, the stone is hard enough for everyday wear.
Material and Craftsmanship
I wrap every crystal by hand, one at a time, using 14K gold-filled wire. A twisted frame holds the stone securely, and a curved line runs across it. 14K gold-filled is a thick, firmly bonded layer of gold that keeps its warm tone for years, unlike wafer-thin gold plating. You can add a fine Venetian chain in 14K gold-filled in 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in), or take the pendant on its own.
One of a Kind, Made Only Once
No two tourmalines are alike, and such a strong blue is rare. That's why this tourmaline necklace exists exactly once. Once it's sold, it's gone. By tradition, blue tourmaline is considered a stone of calm and clear words. A special gift for anyone who loves the sea.
Caring for Your Tourmaline Necklace
The pendant and chain are water-resistant. To keep the shine for a long time, take the necklace off before swimming in salt water or chlorinated water, and keep perfume, lotions and harsh cleaners away from it. Ultrasonic cleaners and high heat are not good for tourmaline. Store the necklace dry and apart from your other jewelry so the crystal doesn't take any hard knocks.
Indicolite
Blue tourmaline is called indicolite and is one of the rarer tourmaline colors.
Color depends on the angle
Tourmaline shows different shades in different directions and often looks darker along its length.
Mohs hardness 7 to 7.5
Tourmaline is hard enough to wear every day.
By tradition, blue tourmaline is considered a stone of calm and clear words. Its deep blue recalls the sea and a wide sky.
100% genuine blue tourmaline (indicolite), raw crystal
- Wrapped by hand with 14K gold-filled wire
- Fine Venetian chain in 14K gold-filled, 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in)
- Also available as a pendant on its own
- One of a kind, only one available
- Pendant and chain are water-resistant
Germany
3 to 6 business days
€4.95 · free shipping over €150
Worldwide
5 to 10 business days
from €6.95 · free in Europe over €170
- Handmade for you in 2 to 3 business days, then shipped with DHL tracking
- Carefully packed in the Handmade Art gift box
- Shipping to the USA €35, rest of the world €10
Yes, this is a genuine tourmaline as a raw crystal, neither glass nor artificial stone. Blue tourmaline is also called indicolite and is one of the rarer colors in this stone family.
This pendant exists exactly once. Every crystal grows in its own shape and color, so I can't make it again. Once it's sold, there is no second one.
Yes, simply choose “Pendant only”. With the chain, you get a fine Venetian chain in 14K gold-filled that matches the gold wire, in 45 cm (17.7 in) or 40 cm (15.7 in).
Yes, the pendant and chain are water-resistant. Still, take the necklace off before swimming in the ocean or in chlorinated water and keep perfume and lotions away from it, so the stone and gold keep their shine for a long time.
The Difference
Gold-Filled vs. Gold-Plated
Best choice
Our Choice
14k Gold-Filled
Standard Jewelry
Gold-Plated
Gold layer
At least 1/20 of total weight
Ultra-thin layer
Durability
Lasts many years with good care
Often wears off within months
Tarnishing
Rarely tarnishes
Discolors quickly
Wear
Keeps its new look
Flakes and wears off
Skin tolerance
Gentle on the skin
Can irritate the skin
Value
High quality and long-lasting
Cheaper, but less durable
Durability
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Lasts many years with good care
Gold-Plated
Often wears off within months
Tarnishing
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Rarely tarnishes
Gold-Plated
Discolors quickly
Wear
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Keeps its new look
Gold-Plated
Flakes and wears off
Skin tolerance
Top
14k Gold-Filled
Gentle on the skin
Gold-Plated
Can irritate the skin
Value
Top
14k Gold-Filled
High quality and long-lasting
Gold-Plated
Cheaper, but less durable
Origin and craft
Jewelry with a clear conscience.
Every piece has a story, and I want that story to be fair and transparent: from the materials to the handwork in my studio.
Wrapped by hand
Natural shape
Carefully chosen
Only one exists
Origin · One of a kind
Studio in Oberhausen
I chose this blue tourmaline for its deep petrol blue and wrapped it by hand with gold-filled wire in my studio in Oberhausen.
Carola
Founder · Designer
The woman behind Handmade Art
Hi, I'm Carola.
I am a biomedical scientist by profession and an artist by calling. In my studio in Oberhausen I make every necklace by hand, stone by stone, bead by bead.
8+
Years of craftsmanship
1,672
Wearers
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One-of-a-kind pieces
Manufacturer Handmade Art by Carola · Carola Schade · Biefangstraße 1, 46149 Oberhausen, Germany · hello@by-carola.com
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