A remarkable step-cut tourmaline weighing 152.99 carats (38.99 x 23.27 x 19.06 mm), sourced from the Rubaya Mine in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. This extraordinary gem was faceted by the world-renowned gemstone artist Victor Tuzlukov and is accompanied by GIA certificate #7501170611.
The cutting reveals a striking balance of earthy bronze and vivid green zones, with Tuzlukov’s precision step faceting bringing out crisp reflections and an exceptional play of color. The scale of this piece makes it both a collector’s centerpiece and a testament to advanced gem artistry.
Victor Tuzlukov is widely regarded as one of the foremost gemstone artists of our time, known for his mastery of complex precision cuts and for transforming large and rare crystals into works of optical perfection. His pieces are highly sought after by collectors worldwide and are often regarded as museum-worthy examples of modern gem art.
This is the largest tourmaline ever faceted by Victor Tuzlukov, marking it as an important entry in his body of work. Such a stone represents not only the geological richness of the Rubaya region but also the artistic discipline required to transform rough crystal into a finished masterwork of symmetry and proportion.
