Not familiar with morganite? That's no surprise, as the gemstone was only discovered a good 100 years ago. This beautiful pink stone is perfect for special jewelry. You'll find a wide selection of this fantastic gemstone in our online shop! Buy the most beautiful gemstones at Tarboz!

Morganite was discovered in Madagascar in 1911 and was first given the name "pink beryl." The renowned gemologist George Frederick Kunz , after whom kunzite is named, gave the gemstone its current name in honor of his patron, the New York banker and philanthropist John Pierpont Morgan.

In addition to the familiar pink hue, the gemstone also comes in magnolia and peach colors. Morganite is eye-clean. This means that in high-quality, gem-quality stones, no inclusions are visible at a distance of 15 cm. The pink nuances definitely make the stone very special!

Although morganite was discovered in Madagascar, it is now also mined in Afghanistan, Brazil, Mozambique, and Nigeria. Mozambique and Nigeria are currently the two most important countries for morganite trade.

Due to its late discovery, morganite isn't surrounded by any particular myths or legends. However, the pink gemstones are generally considered a symbol of love, romance, and passion .

Despite its relatively short history, the pink gemstone is believed to have healing properties. It is said to reduce stress and is often used in meditation. Therefore, the pink stone is definitely said to have a positive effect.

Morganite is related to aquamarine and emerald. Its manganese content creates its beautiful pink hue . Morganite belongs to the beryl group of gemstones.

This beautiful pink gemstone is often mistaken for rose quartz . However, this stone is less transparent and lustrous. It is also often confused with kunzite or other pink stones. Tarboz guarantees that you can only buy genuine morganite in our online shop!

The largest morganite stones found to date come from Mozambique and weigh up to 177 tons. The largest cut morganite weighs 600 carats and also comes from Madagascar. It can be seen in the British Museum. In 1989, a stone known as the "Rose of Maine" was found in Maine. It weighs approximately 22.7 kg.

Steam or ultrasound are not good for the gemstone. For home care, it's sufficient to clean the pink morganite with a little water and perhaps a brush. Chemicals will only damage the stone. Therefore, if it's heavily soiled, don't use cleaners; instead, take the piece to a professional. It's best to remove your jewelry while exercising or doing housework to avoid damaging the morganite tumbled stone.

Morganite, a gemstone with a very vibrant pink hue, is particularly popular as a piece of jewelry for women. To preserve the color permanently, the stone is usually heated before being used to create a piece of jewelry, such as a pearl for a beautiful necklace. The heating process causes traces of yellow to disappear, transforming it into a stunning pink hue. A more intense color is achieved through irradiation.

Jewelry manufacturers often opt for a step cut for pink morganite. If the stone is opaque, a cabochon cut is more suitable. What makes this stone particularly attractive is its pleochroism . Under artificial light, the stone glows in a different color, shimmering from pale pink to bluish pink.

As jewelry, the stone is associated with love and romance . Therefore, a necklace or earring with a morganite is a perfect engagement or wedding anniversary gift. Because the stone is relatively rare, it is one of the most expensive gemstones in the world . At Tarboz, you'll find distinctive variations!