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Is Persian turquoise still mined?
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Yes, Persian turquoise is still mined. Persian turquoise is mined in Iran, which is one of the most important sources of turquoise and was believed to embody the symbol of heaven on earth. Shop a wide range of turquoise jewelry and home decor on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Large Iranian Turquoise Round and Smooth Beads Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional strand of Round and Smooth Iranian Turquoise Beads ranging from 12.7MM to 17MM. GW
Category
20th Century Persian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Inlaid Turquoise Gold Wire Choker Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Very rare and unusual Art Nouveau necklace from the 1900s mounted with 9 antique Iranian turquoise
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
18K Gold Earrings with Diamonds, Turquoise, and Uncut Blue Sapphires
Located in ประเวศ, TH
Summer Night Collection by VOTIVE.
Iranian Turquoise, Blue Sapphires, White Diamonds, 18k Yellow
Category
2010s Thai Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Turquoise Emerald 18k Gold Silver Pendant
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
rare hand-carved piece of old Iranian turquoise, which has a beautiful soft blue colour. The pendant is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Long Green Turquoise Earrings with Uncut Sapphires and White Diamonds
Located in ประเวศ, TH
yellow gold, these earrings showcase the organic allure of Iranian turquoise paired with naturally shaped
Category
2010s Thai Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Persian Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona collection, long necklace of Round and Smooth Iranian Turquoise Beads ranging from 8.4MM
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold