Black Tourmaline Gold Plated Teardrop Pendant

Black tourmaline is a natural boron silicate mineral traditionally associated with protection and grounding. This teardrop-shaped pendant frames a raw black tourmaline center from Brazil in warm gold plating, and includes a gold-plated chain, priced at $34.99.

Quick facts

Meaning & history

In crystal tradition, black tourmaline is the classic stone of protection and grounding, often worn close to the body as a steadying, shielding presence tied to the root chakra. This piece is sourced from Brazil, a major producer of natural black tourmaline, and set as a raw teardrop rather than faceted or polished, keeping its natural texture visible. Because it includes a gold-plated chain, it's ready to wear straight out of the box as an everyday protective touchstone. If you like the teardrop shape, see the matching Black Tourmaline Gold Plated Teardrop Earrings, or compare with the Black Tourmaline Gold Plated Heart Pendant. The tourmaline is natural, so surface and exact shape vary from piece to piece, and yours may differ slightly from the photo.

How to wear it

This pendant comes ready to wear on its included gold-plated chain — simply put it on for daily wear, or save it for days when you want an extra grounding touchstone close to the chest. Because the chain and setting are gold-plated, handle clasps gently and avoid pulling or tugging to keep the finish looking its best.

Care & cleansing

Black tourmaline is naturally durable, but gold plating on both the pendant and chain is a thin surface layer that needs gentle handling. Wipe the piece with a soft, dry cloth after wear, and if needed, give it a brief rinse in plain water — avoid prolonged soaking, perfume, lotion, and salt, which can wear down the plating faster. Remove it before showering, swimming, or exercising to protect the gold-plated finish on both the pendant and chain. Store it flat in a dry pouch away from other jewelry.

Frequently asked questions

What is this pendant made of?
A raw natural black tourmaline center from Brazil, framed in gold plating, with a gold-plated chain included.

Is this a health or medical product?
No. This is a decorative and symbolic piece of jewelry, not a medical device, and it isn't intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition.

Does it come with a chain?
Yes, this pendant includes a gold-plated chain, ready to wear.

Will the gold plating wear off?
Gold plating is a thin surface layer that can wear thin over time with water and friction, so removing the pendant before showering or swimming helps it last.

Will my pendant look exactly like the photo?
Not exactly — because the tourmaline is natural and raw, surface and shape vary from piece to piece.

What does black tourmaline traditionally represent?
In crystal tradition it's considered a classic protection and grounding stone, often worn close to the body as a steadying piece.