{"product_id":"tourmaline-crystal-from-paprok-mine-kunar-region-afghanistan-recent-2026-production","title":"Double-Terminated Tourmaline Crystal | Paprok Mine, Nuristan, Afghanistan — 2026 Production","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFresh from the Source — 2026 Production\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional \u003cstrong\u003edouble-terminated tourmaline crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e comes directly from the legendary \u003cstrong\u003ePaprok Mine\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Nuristan Region of Afghanistan — one of the most celebrated gem pegmatite localities in the world. Extracted as part of the most recent 2026 production run, this piece represents some of the freshest material available on the market today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Double Termination Difference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this crystal apart is its \u003cstrong\u003enatural double termination\u003c\/strong\u003e — a complete, undamaged point at both ends. This formation occurs when a crystal grows freely in open space without attachment to a matrix, resulting in a fully expressed, symmetrical specimen that is significantly rarer than single-terminated examples. Collectors and enthusiasts prize double-terminated crystals for their visual balance and energetic completeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You're Getting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Naturally double-terminated tourmaline crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Sourced from Paprok Mine, Kunar Region, Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Fresh 2026 production — newly extracted material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Rich color saturation and natural vitreous luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ One-of-a-kind specimen — only one available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Paprok Mine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paprok pegmatite field in Nuristan\/Kunar has produced some of the finest tourmalines ever documented, rivaling material from Brazil and California. Crystals from this region are known for their \u003cstrong\u003evivid color zoning, exceptional clarity, and well-developed terminations\u003c\/strong\u003e — characteristics that make them highly desirable to mineral collectors and gem cutters alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShips fully insured with secure, padded packaging. Only one available — don't miss it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juice Barr Gemz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48804625973467,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/7924\/2715\/files\/IMG-2330.heic?v=1779654706","url":"https:\/\/juice-barr-gemz.myshopify.com\/products\/tourmaline-crystal-from-paprok-mine-kunar-region-afghanistan-recent-2026-production","provider":"Juice Barr Gemz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}