PARAÍBA VS. PARAÍBA-TYPE TOURMALINE – WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

The captivating hues of Paraíba and Paraíba-type tourmaline continue to rise in popularity, however many people are curious about the difference between Paraíba and Paraíba-type tourmaline (also referred to as cuprian elbaite tourmaline). One of the main differences is the origin of the gemstone (the location where it was discovered)....