These Paraiba tourmaline earrings were made around a matched pair of pear shaped Paraiba tourmalines from Mozambique, 1.11ct together, each with a GRS report. Every stone sits above a small cluster of marquise and pear diamonds in 18K white gold, and the design can be worn two ways: as a classic stud, or turned round with the diamonds on top.
| Specification Details | |
|---|---|
| Gemstones | Pair of Paraiba Tourmalines |
| Origin | Mozambique |
| Weight | 1.11ct total |
| Shape | Pear |
| Certificate | GRS |
| Design | Convertible Cluster Studs |
| Diamonds | Marquise 6 pieces 0.50ct, Pear 2 pieces 0.14ct |
| Total Diamonds | 8 pieces, 0.64ct |
| Metal | 18K White Gold |
Custom Design
Matching two Paraiba tourmalines is the hard part of a pair like this. The neon blue green has to agree from one stone to the other, in daylight and indoors, or one ear looks brighter than the other. These two did, and we built the earrings around them.
Under each Paraiba, three marquise diamonds fan out like petals beside a single pear diamond. We kept the diamonds white and the metal white gold so nothing warms the colour.
Each Paraiba sits on fine claws, set low so the stud stays comfortable on the lobe, because earrings like these get worn far more often than people expect.
Paraiba Tourmaline Earrings, Two Ways to Wear Them
Worn the usual way, the Paraiba sits on top with the diamond cluster below it, a neat stud for every day. Turn the earring round and the diamonds sit on top with the Paraiba below, which gives the pair a longer, dressier line.
We suggested a convertible design because stones like these deserve to be worn often. One pair that changes in seconds suits a work day as well as a dinner, so the Paraiba spends more time on the ear than in its box.
What Makes Paraiba Tourmaline Rare
Paraiba tourmaline owes its neon blue and green to copper, which ordinary tourmaline does not contain. It was first found in the Brazilian state of Paraíba in the late 1980s, then in Nigeria and Mozambique, where these two stones come from. In August 2026 GIA also recognised copper bearing tourmaline from Ethiopia as Paraiba.
Supply is small, and stones with even, saturated colour are scarce. Finding two that match is harder again. A lab report is what confirms the copper that makes a tourmaline Paraiba, and GRS, the independent Swiss laboratory, has reported both of these. Our Paraiba tourmaline guide covers origins, colour and price in more detail.
Wearing and Caring for Paraiba Tourmaline
Tourmaline sits at 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale. That is comfortable for earrings, which take far fewer knocks than rings. Take them off for the gym or a swim, and store them apart from other pieces so the diamonds cannot scratch the Paraiba.
At home, a soft brush with warm soapy water is enough. Keep them away from ultrasonic and steam cleaners, as tourmaline does not take well to either. Bring them in whenever you like and we will clean them and check the claws and posts, at no charge for life.
Commission Showcase
We made this pair for a GIOIA client, so it is not available to buy. We keep loose Paraiba tourmalines at the boutique and can design a piece of your own around one, chosen and checked by Clarence Yee, our co-founder and gemstone specialist. More of our Paraiba work is on our Paraiba pendants and earrings page, and other non-ring pieces are on our customised jewellery page.
Let’s Create Yours
Thinking about Paraiba earrings of your own, a convertible design, or another coloured stone altogether? Book a time to see our loose Paraiba in daylight at International Plaza, and we will design around the stones you like best.