When most people think of October’s birthstone, Opal tends to come to mind first. But in 1952, the National Association of Jewelers officially added Tourmaline as a second birthstone for this rich autumn month. With its beautiful spectrum of colors and deep energetic presence, Tourmaline brings emotional support, grounding, and protection to a season when we often turn inward.
At LOVE SARO, we don’t just appreciate Tourmaline’s beauty--we honor how it holds space. For grief, for transition, for sustenance in times of change.
A Personal Connection: Why I Love and Wear Tourmaline
I wear a deliciously heavy gold hand chain on my left hand--a piece I’ve intentionally evolved over time to hold curated energetic support. This summer, as we navigated the emotional closure of our LA studio, I reimagined it to center around Pink Tourmaline and Diamond. Why? Because in a season of surrender and recalibration, I needed softness, protection, and a powerful reminder of my own self-worth. Pink Tourmaline offers the compassionate heart healing I’ve leaned on deeply, while Diamond amplifies the inner radiance and self-love I’m actively reclaiming.
Vulnerability is where the real work begins, and this combination has helped me shift from “I failed” to “I gave my all, and this re-route is creating space for something better.” Wearing it feels like wrapping myself in care and courage. And in that energy, I’m moving forward with peace.
The Energy of Tourmaline: Soft, Deep & Protective
Tourmaline is often honored as a master healing stone. It aids emotional detox, helps balance the chakras, and offers a shield against energy overwhelm. It’s especially valued by intuitives and “feel‑ers,” as it supports boundary setting and self‑preservation without closing the heart.
Each color has its own tone. At LOVE SARO, we gravitate especially to Pink Tourmaline (for emotional release, self‑compassion, heart repair) and Green Tourmaline (for grounding, vitality, and energetic protection). Together, they create a bridge of softness and strength.
5 Fascinating Facts About Tourmaline
1) Pink Tourmaline is the ultimate "breakup" stone.
Whether the ending is romantic, platonic, or professional, Pink Tourmaline holds the space for emotional healing. It encourages release, forgiveness, and self‑love. I wear it permanently, and it has been a deeply supportive stone through many transitions.
2) Green Tourmaline connects you to nature’s pulse.
I liken it to hugging a tree, walking barefoot in grass, or inhaling roses in a beautiful garden. It anchors the nervous system, restores balance, and offers energetic protection in chaos. Something we could ALL use more of (right now especially!!)
3) Black Tourmaline is a grounding shield.
Also known as Schorl, it’s widely used to protect against negative energy, electromagnetic fields (EMFs), and energetic overload--like a psychic guardian. How insanely cool is that?!
4) Watermelon Tourmaline whispers reconciliation.
With its pink core and green shell, this two‑tone gem supports inner child healing, emotional integration, and the alchemy of your heart and mind coming into harmony.
5) Tourmaline is pyroelectric and displays vibrant diversity.
It becomes electrically charged when heated or rubbed, which contributes to its cleansing and energy‑shifting properties. It also comes in nearly all hues--black, blue, red, yellow, green, pink, and combinations thereof.
Why Does Tourmaline Come in So Many Colors?
Tourmaline is one of the most color-diverse gemstones in the world due to its complex chemical structure. It forms in mineral-rich environments called pegmatites, where varying elements like iron, manganese, lithium, and copper are absorbed during crystal growth. Each of these elements affects the stone’s resulting hue, from shades of soft pink to vivid green, deep blue to golden yellow, and even bi-colored varieties like Watermelon Tourmaline.
This natural alchemy gives Tourmaline its stunning spectrum and makes each stone visually and energetically distinct--a favorite for both collectors and custom design.
Why Tourmaline Matters Now
October is a turning point in the year--when the outer world slows, and our inner world asks for attention. Tourmaline reminds us that endings can be gentle, that protection can be soft, and that healing doesn’t always mean aggression--it often means creating a safe container for transformation.
If your soul is calling for care, boundary, or reconciliation, Tourmaline is ready to meet you.
Custom Tourmaline Jewelry at LOVE SARO
At LOVE SARO, Tourmaline appears often in our custom permanent jewelry--each piece made to portal intention into form. Set in solid 14k gold or sterling silver, it becomes a wearable spell of grace, resilience, and emotional sovereignty.
Whether you're honoring an October celebration or seeking a gem that can help hold you through change, we’d love to guide you in making something meaningful.
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