Black Tourmaline, also called as Schorl is the most common species of Tourmaline. Almost 95% of Tourmaline mined in various parts of the World is Schorl. The name Schorl is based on the name of a village in Germany. Near the village was a tin mine where Black Tourmaline was found in abundance, now the village is named Zschorlau.
It is a commonly found uncommon mineral and hence its Selling Price is lower than other uncommon minerals.
This Tourmaline is found in various parts of the World. Brazil and Africa are the Chief producers of Black Tourmaline; The Stone is mined in Large Quantities here. Sri Lanka, along with India is one of the Largest sellers of Black Tourmaline Gems. Tanzania, Nigeria, Madagascar, Namibia, Afghanistan, Mozambique are some other Countries rich in Black Tourmaline deposit.
Canada and United States of America are Chief mining areas of Black Tourmaline in the North American continent.
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