TOURMALINE, Paprok Kamdesh District of Nuristan Province Afghanistan (small cabinet)

Tourmaline is a crystalline silicate mineral group characterized by the presence of boron combined with elements like aluminum, iron, magnesium, sodium, lithium, or potassium. This gemstone is known for its extensive range of colors.

The term "tourmaline" originates from the Sinhalese word tōramalli, which pertains to carnelian gemstones.