# Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) > Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) is a 6cm tourmaline obelisk (approximately 8 pieces (about 0.5kg in total)). Priced at £53.60, it is in stock and ships UK-wide in 2–5 working days. Tourmaline's Sinhalese name, turmali, means 'stone of mixed colours'. It suits someone who likes dark, dramatic stones. ## Facts | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | URL | https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-indian-tourmaline-approx-8-pieces379 | | Product type | Gemstone Points | | This option | Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) | | Material | Tourmaline: a complex borosilicate mineral | | Colour | Black, green or multi-coloured | | Dimensions | Approx. 6cm | | Weight | Approx. 0.5kg | | Hardness | 7–7.5 on the Mohs scale | | Natural or man-made | Natural mineral. | | Origin | India | | What's included | Approximately 8 pieces (about 0.5kg in total) | | SKU | bgemp-07 | | Price | £53.60 | | Availability | In stock | | Care | Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. | | Delivery | UK only. £3.95, free over £40; 2–5 working days | | Returns | 14 days from delivery (UK Consumer Contracts Regulations) | | Payment | Card via secure Shopify checkout | | Category | Gemstone Points (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/gemstone-points) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) is a polished tourmaline point around 6cm tall, cut with flat faces that rise to a tip. At around 6cm this is the small, palm-sized option: easy to tuck into a pocket, a pouch or a bedside drawer. Small pieces suit rings and earrings, a single tumble stone, travel kits and tight altar spaces. From the maker: Deep black tones and a smooth polished finish give this Indian Tourmaline Gemstone Point a bold and timeless look. Its clean, classic shape creates a striking decorative accent that works beautifully on shelves, desks, or meditation spaces. The Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) range comes in 7 versions. If Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) isn't quite right, compare Afghan Lapis (approx 8 pieces) or African Amethyst (approx 8 pieces) or Clear Quartz (approx 8 pieces). Tourmaline is a complex borosilicate mineral, typically black, green or multi-coloured. It measures 7–7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. Natural mineral. It forms in more colours than almost any other gem. Tourmaline is one of October's traditional birthstones. Size: approximately 6cm, weighing about 0.5kg. Natural material varies slightly in size, colour and markings. ## Traditions (belief, not health claims) In crystal tradition a point is held to direct energy along its length, so points are frequently placed facing into a room or toward a person during meditation. Tourmaline's Sinhalese name, turmali, means 'stone of mixed colours'. In modern practice it is associated with protection and balance. In modern crystal tradition tourmaline is linked with the root and heart chakra and with Libra and Capricorn. We share these as cultural traditions and personal beliefs only, never as health claims. ## How to use - Stand it upright on a flat spot or altar. - Some people put a point on a written intention or in a crystal grid. - It pairs traditionally with rose quartz or clear quartz. - Journalling idea: note the date you bought it and what drew you to it; collectors enjoy looking back on how a collection grew. - Shelf idea: group stones by colour, from deep to pale, for a display that reads like a gradient. - Meditation idea: rest it in an open palm and use its weight and temperature as a point of focus for five slow breaths. ## Care - Wipe with a smooth, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. - Protect the tip from knocks; store it upright or wrapped. ## Policies - Delivery: UK delivery £3.95, free over £40, 2–5 working days. UK addresses only. - Returns: You can cancel within 14 days of delivery under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations; email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to arrange a return and we refund within 14 days of receiving it back. - Payment: Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ## Other versions - [Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Afghan Lapis (approx 8 pieces)](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-afghan-lapis-approx-8-pieces416): £53.60 - [Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - African Amethyst (approx 8 pieces)](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-african-amethyst-approx-8-pieces078): £53.60 - [Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Clear Quartz (approx 8 pieces)](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-clear-quartz-approx-8-pieces379): £53.60 - [Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Indian Jade (approx 8 pieces)](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-indian-jade-approx-8-pieces403): £53.60 - [Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Indian Moonstone (approx 8 pieces)](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-indian-moonstone-approx-8-pieces411): £53.60 - [Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Indian Rose Quartz (approx 8 pieces)](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-indian-rose-quartz-approx-8-pieces418): £53.60 ## Questions and answers (18) ### What is the Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) - Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) used for? Stand it upright on a flat base or altar. Tourmaline's Sinhalese name, turmali, means 'stone of mixed colours'. ### Is the tourmaline in the Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) obelisk real? Natural mineral. Each piece is natural, so colour and markings vary from the photo. ### How do I cleanse my tourmaline gemstone obelisk? Traditional cleansing methods include leaving it in moonlight overnight, passing it through incense or sage smoke, or resting it on a selenite plate. A quick rinse is fine for this stone if you dry it straight away. These are rituals, not cleaning requirements. ### What size is the Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) obelisk? About 6cm and roughly 0.5kg. Small pieces suit rings and earrings, a single tumble stone, travel kits and tight altar spaces. ### Is the Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) obelisk a good gift? Yes, especially for someone who likes dark, dramatic stones. It ships free on its own. You can send it to any UK address at checkout. ### How long does delivery take? UK delivery is £3.95, free on orders over £40, and usually arrives in 2–5 working days. ### What is your returns policy? You have 14 days from delivery to cancel under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk and we'll explain how to send it back; refunds are made within 14 days of receiving it. ### What's the difference between Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) and Afghan Lapis (approx 8 pieces)? Both are Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) pieces. Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) is tourmaline (black, green or multi-coloured); Afghan Lapis (approx 8 pieces) is lapis lazuli (deep blue with golden pyrite flecks). They cost the same. ### Which Gemstone Points approx 6cm (0.5KG) options are there? 7 options: Afghan Lapis (approx 8 pieces), African Amethyst (approx 8 pieces), Clear Quartz (approx 8 pieces), Indian Jade (approx 8 pieces), Indian Moonstone (approx 8 pieces), Indian Rose Quartz (approx 8 pieces), as well as this one. ### What is Tourmaline associated with? Tourmaline's Sinhalese name, turmali, means 'stone of mixed colours'. In modern practice it is associated with protection and balance. These are beliefs, not health claims. ### What chakra is Tourmaline linked with? In modern crystal tradition, the root and heart chakras. ### Which zodiac signs go with Tourmaline? Libra and Capricorn, according to popular crystal tradition. ### How hard is Tourmaline? 7–7.5 on the Mohs scale. That's durable for everyday handling, though it can still chip if dropped. ### Where does Tourmaline come from? This piece is listed as from India. Tourmaline is usually found in Brazil, India and Africa. ### What goes well with Tourmaline? It is often paired with rose quartz or clear quartz. ### Is the Indian Tourmaline (approx 8 pieces) obelisk good for a beginner? Yes. Choose by stone first, then size. ### Can you deliver to a different address? Yes. Enter the recipient's UK address as the delivery address at checkout. ### What is a crystal obelisk for? Obelisks are display pieces that in crystal tradition are said to focus and direct energy upward. They are also used in crystal grids. More: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/questions/gemstone-points-approx-6cm-05kg-indian-tourmaline-approx-8-pieces379