{"product_id":"mineral-specimen-on-metal-stand-black-tourmaline","title":"Mineral Specimen on Metal Stand - Black Tourmaline","description":"\u003cp\u003eA raw black tourmaline specimen from India, mounted on a simple black metal stand. The stone is left in its natural, unpolished state, with a textured, almost charcoal-like surface that catches and holds the eye. It sits upright on the stand, ready to place on a desk, shelf or bedside table.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe surface is rough and matte, with shallow grooves and ridges that reflect the way the crystal formed, layer by layer, in the earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe colour is a deep, opaque black with subtle variations in tone where the light catches the texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe metal stand holds the stone at a slight angle, giving it presence without fuss. The stand's dark finish blends into the background, letting the mineral take the focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt has weight and solidity in the room, a small sculpture that reads as both geological and modern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe mineral\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack tourmaline is a complex borosilicate mineral, one of the most common members of the tourmaline family. It forms in igneous and metamorphic rocks, often as long, striated crystals, and is found across the world, with significant deposits in India, Brazil and Africa. The black variety, known as schorl, is iron-rich and opaque. It sits at 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it reasonably hard and durable. The deep colour comes from its iron content, and the grooved, columnar surface visible here is a natural feature of how tourmaline grows.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eForm and craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a raw specimen, meaning it has not been polished or shaped beyond being separated from its matrix. The metal stand is a clean, functional piece of design, two looped feet and a simple upright post that holds the stone steady. The stand allows the mineral to be displayed as an object rather than something that needs to sit in a drawer, and the pairing of rough stone and refined metal gives it a gallery feel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIn tradition and practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack tourmaline has a long history in crystal practice and is traditionally associated with grounding and a sense of stability. In metaphysical tradition, it is often placed near a workspace or in the home as a symbolic anchor, and many people keep it as a focus during meditation or simply as a reminder of calm. The name tourmaline comes from the Sinhalese word \u003cem\u003eturmali\u003c\/em\u003e, used by gem traders in Sri Lanka, and the stone has been valued for centuries both for its beauty and its symbolic weight.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eLiving with it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it where you will see it daily, on a desk, a shelf or a windowsill. The raw surface is durable but will gather dust, so wipe it gently with a dry cloth from time to time. Black tourmaline is not water-sensitive and does not fade in sunlight, so it asks very little by way of care. The stand keeps it stable, and the stone itself is solid enough to last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA considered gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits someone who values natural objects, collects minerals, or keeps a quiet corner at home. The combination of raw stone and modern display makes it an easy fit for most spaces, and the symbolic associations add depth for those who hold them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the stone vary from the one shown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Each specimen is unique in shape, texture and exact tone. The photo shows the general form and finish, but natural variation is part of the appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I remove the stone from the stand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe stand is designed to hold the stone securely, but it is not glued or fixed permanently. You can lift it off if you prefer to display it another way.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it fragile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Black tourmaline is a hard mineral and the raw surface is robust. It will not chip or scratch easily under normal handling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53953498284346,"sku":"MinSP-36","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/mineral-specimen-on-metal-stand-black-tourmaline-cover.png?v=1787638182","url":"https:\/\/shamtam.com\/products\/mineral-specimen-on-metal-stand-black-tourmaline","provider":"SHAMTAM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}