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Rubellite is the red or pink variety of tourmaline and is a member of the elbaite. It is also the rarest gem in its family. It is occasionally mistaken for ruby. These gems typically contain inclusions.

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Tourmaline
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Red, pink, pinkish, violet-red

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Rubellite is the red or pink variety of tourmaline and is a member of the elbaite. It is also the rarest gem in its family. It is occasionally mistaken for ruby. These gems typically contain inclusions.

Notable countries where rubellite can be mined include Afghanistan, Brazil, Madagascar, Myanmar, Nigeria, Russia, and the United States.

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