Pala District
The Pala district in San Diego County, California, is a classic gem-pegmatite region famed for pink-to-purple tourmaline, kunzite, and morganite.
About Pala Districtextended article
What it is known for
Pala's pegmatites (Tourmaline Queen, Stewart, and others) produced fine pink and bicolour tourmaline, lilac kunzite, and peach morganite in pocket associations.
What collectors look for
Gem tourmaline crystals — especially pink and bicolour — and fine kunzite and morganite are the prizes.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Pala District?
Pala District is a mineral locality in California, USA.
What minerals are found at Pala District?
Minerals from Pala District include Kunzite, Morganite, Tourmaline.
What is Pala District known for?
The Pala district in San Diego County, California, is a classic gem-pegmatite region famed for pink-to-purple tourmaline, kunzite, and morganite.
References & databases
Mindat.org is the world’s largest open mineralogy database.