Different varieties of elbaite have different alleged metaphysical properties. Pink elbaite (rubellite) is said to help feelings of anxiety and provide inspiration, green elbaite assists with sensitivity and compassion.

Elbaite is the most common form of colored tourmaline and can be found in gem quality crystals on every continent except Antarctica, though it is still quite rare compared to many other minerals. Elbaite is a mineral in the tourmaline group.