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Tourmaline · October’s birthstone

Tourmaline.
A color for
your character.

Pink, red, teal and unexpected combinations: explore tourmaline rings, pendants and brooches with personality. Discover an October birthstone through the details of the whole piece.

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A piece for the way you live

Find your tourmaline.

Start with a silhouette, a detail, or a feeling. Make the choice your own.

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A new discovery each month

Piece of the month.

October 2026
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In the monthly spotlight

18K White Gold Scorpion Coral, Diamond & Tourmaline Pendant/Brooch

Pendant

Description: This stunning pendant/brooch is handcrafted in 18K white gold and features a vibrant coral pink oval shaped main stone, surrounded by glittering round green tourmaline and round diamond side stones. With a…

$5,295.00

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More than a beautiful piece

So many shades.
One personal choice.

Tourmaline’s wide color range makes it a rewarding gem to explore. A saturated pink, an unusual blue-green or a finely detailed setting can each be the starting point for a piece that feels like you.

At David’s, discover vintage, antique and modern designs with details that reward a closer look. See each listing for the piece’s own story and specifications.

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A little knowledge

Tourmaline, at a glance.

Four details behind a beautiful discovery.

The palette

A wide color world.

Tourmaline occurs in many colors, sometimes with more than one color in a single crystal.

The family

A mineral group.

Tourmaline is a group of related minerals, rather than one color or a single variety.

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Scratch hardness

About 7 to 7.5.

Protect it from hard blows, heat and sudden temperature changes.

The birthstone

An October choice.

Tourmaline shares October with opal, offering a different kind of color story.

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A little knowledge, a better choice

What makes
a piece yours?

You do not have to know every gemstone term to make a thoughtful choice. Start with these four questions.

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01

Start with the color.

Compare the hue and brightness in ordinary light. Color names do not replace a look at the exact stone.

02

Ask about special names.

Terms such as Paraíba should be supported by appropriate identification. A trade name alone does not establish geographic origin.

03

Notice the design.

Tourmaline can share a setting with diamonds, pearls or other materials. Judge the full piece and its condition.

04

Confirm the practical details.

Ask about size, dimensions, fastening and care for every material in the setting.

How to make it yours

A little character. Entirely you.

Ideas to wear, pair and enjoy your next discovery.

Vintage Red Tourmaline & Diamond RingLOOK 01

Give pink a clean backdrop.

A tourmaline ring can bring a considered note of color to cream, charcoal or denim.

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360 view of the scorpion LOOK 02

Keep an unusual pendant close.

Let a detailed pendant lead at the neckline rather than competing with a busy print.

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Try a brooch differently.

Pin a tourmaline brooch to a jacket or sturdy scarf, checking that the fabric can support its weight.

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For a milestone. For someone. For you.

An October birthstone. A personal shade.

Tourmaline offers a colorful October birthday choice or a gift centered on a favorite shade. Let the setting and the wearer’s style guide the decision.

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Fall in love now. Make it yours over time.

A piece to love.
A plan that fits.

Found the piece you keep thinking about? Contact David’s to arrange an interest-free layaway plan.

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Deposit to begin

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Interest

12 months

Maximum time to pay

Make payments through your personal layaway link or in-store. Friends and family can contribute through that same link.

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01 / CHOOSE

Find your piece.

Send us the item you love and arrange your 20% deposit.

02 / PAY

Make it happen.

Use your personal link to pay over time, within 12 months.

03 / ENJOY

Make it yours.

After full payment, allow 5 business days for it to clear before shipping.

Before you start: The 20% deposit is non-refundable. Plans must be paid in full within the agreed term, up to 12 months. A plan with no payment for more than 90 days is subject to liquidation without refund or store credit. Review the full layaway policy and confirm the terms for your piece with David’s.

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Myths, meanings & personal connections

The meanings we give to tourmaline.

Stories add another layer to a beautiful piece. Choose the meaning that feels personal.

Expression

Your own color.

A favorite shade can become a quiet way to express personality.

Connection

A thoughtful gesture.

Pink tourmaline is often given personal associations with affection.

Variety

Room for individuality.

Its many colors invite different interpretations rather than one fixed meaning.

October

A birthday link.

An October birthstone connects a personal choice with a recurring celebration.

These are cultural or personal associations, not established health benefits or guarantees of protection, luck or financial outcomes.

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From David’s notebook

There’s more to the story.

Keep reading, right here on our website.

The practical guide

The Tourmaline Jewelry Guide: Choosing, Wearing & Care

A guide to choosing color, understanding trade names and caring for your tourmaline piece.

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A world of color

T is for Tourmaline

Discover the varied colors and individual character of tourmaline in David’s gemstone notebook.

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Good to know

A few good questions.

Which month is associated with tourmaline?

Tourmaline is one of the birthstones for October. You can also choose it simply because you love it. Read more on David’s ↗

What should I ask before choosing a piece?

Some tourmalines are heated or irradiated to alter color. Ask what is known about the stone’s identity and treatment, and whether an independent report exists. Paraíba-related terminology and any origin claim need clarification for the particular gem. Read more on David’s ↗

How should I care for it?

Use lukewarm water and mild soap if suitable for the whole piece. Avoid steam and ultrasonic cleaning, high heat and abrupt temperature changes. Companion materials such as pearls or coral may require an even gentler method. Read more on David’s ↗

Can I use layaway?

David’s offers layaway with a 20% non-refundable deposit, no interest, and up to 12 months to pay. Read the full policy for payment, clearance and inactivity conditions. Read the layaway policy ↗

Where are the current prices and availability?

Open the individual listing for current price, specifications, availability and purchase details. Contact David’s with the item number when you have a question. Read more on David’s ↗

From New Orleans, with character

Your next discovery awaits.

Explore online, ask about a piece, or visit David’s Antiques & Jewelry in the heart of the French Quarter.

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