18K White Gold Persian Turquoise & Diamond Jewelry Set
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Persian turquoise and diamond jewelry set in 18k white gold.
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Persian Turquoise & Diamond Jewelry Set
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Persian turquoise and diamond jewelry set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Persian Yellow Gold 1.2tcw Emerald and Polki Diamond Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
This antique necklace showcases traditional Persian craftsmanship, centered around rich emeralds and hand-cut polki diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Persian Turquoise Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-1800s Victorian handmade bangle bracelet with natural Persian Turquoise, natural patina, engraving. 37 round Turquoise in center 1.24 – 2.70mm 8 oval Turquoise 3 – 4mm Fits a s...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
24K Gold Handmade Persian Turquoise Cabochon Ring
Located in Venice, CA
Here at Kirsten’s Corner, we love a high karat gold, and this hand-wrought, handmade ring is a gorgeous use of gold of the highest karat. The ring is striking in its simplicity, with...
Turquoise, Gold, 24k Gold
GIA Certified Persian Turquoise Textured Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Persian turquoise textured yellow gold bow brooch.
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Claw Set Persian Turquoise Gold Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Early Turquoise Ring set in 10K gold. Claw prong setting. Turquoise measures approximately 6.2 mm. The Ring is a size 8-1/4 and can be sized by us or your jeweler. This is out of a m...
Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold
$4,760Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Persian Turquoise Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning turquoise dome ring expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold with a cluster of cabochon Persian turquoises set in a bold bombe design, the ring showcases sculptural gold acc...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Estate Persian Blue Kingman Turquoise 18K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This necklace features genuine and Robinson Egg/ Persian Blue turquoises from the Kingman mine in Arizona, delicately strung together with 18K gold beads and a congruated 14k gold c...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
Persian Turquoise pendant necklace long 18KT solid gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare Persian Turquoise pendant with 35 carats of natural turquoise in 18KT solid yellow gold, will come with 18" chain.
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Bracelet Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 8 inches Width: 1 inch wide Markings: “T...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Persian turquoise diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage cocktail ring is a striking interplay of color, texture, and confident design. At its center rests a cabochon cut Persian turquoise, prized for its distinctive hue and s...
White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Two Turtles Persian Turquoise Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Brooch Pins
Located in Miami, FL
Double charming and collectible, two vintage turtle brooches, crafted circa 1960 in solid 18K yellow gold. This delightful piece features a shell adorned with vivid Persian turquoise...
Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 18K Diamond and Persian Turquoise Bracelet. 18K Diamond and Persian Turquoise Bracelet Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Lengt...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality early Antique Victorian Heart Pendant set with gorgeous Persian Turquoise cabochons with Old Mine Cut Diamonds. The color of the Persian Turquoise is absolu...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Persian Turquoise and Diamond drop earrings
Located in London, GB
A striking pair of turquoise and diamond drop earrings, crafted in 18 karat white gold and set with vivid cabochon turquoise within flowing diamond-set surrounds. The elegant articul...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Persian Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace 15.32 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Persian Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace 15.32 TCW Certified $15,950 211937 Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls This Turquoise necklace has been Certifi...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Persian Turquoise Diamond Tsavorite Tanzanite Gold & Platinum Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and beautiful pair of earrings featuring two pieces of fine Persian turquoise. They weigh 4.98 carats total and have a rich, even sky-blue color. Accenting them are 0.14 carats...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Midcentury Persian Turquoise and 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
The turquoise is a warm and yummy sea foam blue from Persia and is set in a carved filigree prong setting. The turquoise sits high on the setting and is securely held in place by ten...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Alex Jona Persian Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona collection, long necklace of Round and Smooth Iranian Turquoise Beads ranging from 8.4MM to 11.18MM. GW: 759 cts. Length: 53.74", 18K Yellow Gold Clasp weighing 9.2 grams. ...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Pendant Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 17.5 inch chain, 1.4 inch pendant...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Persian Turquoise Yellow Gold Earrings 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro 1.1 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a spectacular and dramatic pair of Retro Persian Turquoise Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The natural mined turquoise is the most exquisite vivid robin's egg blue. Th...
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Midcentury Persian Turquoise and 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
The turquoise is a warm and yummy sea foam blue from Persia and is set in a carved filigree prong setting. The turquoise sits high on the setting and is securely held in place by ten...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 19k Yellow Gold Persian Electric Blue Turquoise Bead Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Classic and eye-catching, this vintage Persian turquoise strand necklace is a beautiful addition to any fine jewelry or gemstone collection.
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Genuine Arizona Kingman Persian Blue Turquoise 18K Gold Diamond Bracelet
Located in GOES, NL
This bracelet features genuine Persian Blue turquoises from the Kingman mine in Arizona, delicately strung together with 18K gold beads and a diamond clasp, creating an elegant look.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Cluster Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Ring size: 7.5 Markings: “750" "T864" Metal: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Genuine Persian Blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This necklace features genuine and nearly flawless Robinson Egg/ Persian Blue turquoises from the sleeping beauty mine in Arizona, delicately strung together with a handmade large so...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Persian Turquoise Pearl Necklace Antique Victorian Fringe Teardrop Riviere Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING PERSIAN TURQUOISE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL PEAR SHAPE TEARDROP TURQUOISE GEMS SET IN A WONDERFUL PENDANT FRINGE D...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
22 Karat Yellow Gold 1973 Persian Five Pahlavi Coin Set in 15K Gold Frame
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Issued in 1973, this large and heavy gold coin features a left-facing profile of Shah Mohammad Rez Pahlavi. Below the portrait is the Persian date of 1358 (same as western 1973). ...
Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Persian Turquoise Victorian Snake Bracelet Gold Antique Entwined Snakes
Located in New York, NY
A very rare and wonderful antique Victorian Diamond and Persian Turquoise Double Snake Bracelet in 9 Karat Gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Gold
Antique Persian Turquoise 10 Karat Gold Claw Set Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
10K Gold Antique Turquoise Ring with a stunning claw setting. Ring is a 6.5 and can be sized by us or your jeweler. Ring sits up .37 of inch off your finger. Be sure to check our st...
Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Talia Jade 14K Gold Persian Turquoise Eternity Band with Diamond Accent
Located in Miami, FL
A beautifully crafted turquoise eternity band by Talia Jade, set in rich 14 karat yellow gold and composed of sixteen vibrant Persian turquoise cabochons. The luminous turquoise ston...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Persian Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Elegant vintage Victorian revival 14kt solid gold dangle drop earrings for pierced ears with 9 Persian turquoise and two prong set lapis beads /cabs set on an openwork gold base . Fr...
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold
Victorian Persian Turquoise Flower Dangle Drop Earrings Forget Me Not Gold
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of Persian Turquoise Victorian Flower Motif Dangle Drop Earrings in 10 Karat Gold.
Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Persian 5th Century BC Gold Lion Mounted as Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Achaemenid (Persian) Empire, circa 500 – 400 BC. This striking gold lion appliqué, once adorning the attire of a Persian king from the Achaemenid dynasty, has been recently mounted...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Art Deco Persian Turquoise Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique Retro - Art Deco Ring with 18 natural Persian Turquoise cabochons of stunning beauty with 9 sparkling white Diamonds set in a 14 Karat Yellow Gold pyramid ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Georges Lenfant x Balanche 18 Karat Gold Ruby Persian Turquoise Collar
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in New York, NY
Georges Lenfant x Balanche Monte Carlo Collar Maker: Georges Lenfant x Balanche Monte Carlo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Collar set with forget-me-not flowers Year: 1960's Material: 1...
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Persian Turquoise & Rose-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This late Victorian ring features a trio of Persian turquoise cabochons arranged in a vertical row, accented by four rose-cut diamonds. The gemstones are set within a delicate floral...
Diamond, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1890 18K Heavy Gold Signet Ring w Persian Lion Engraving, size 8.25
Located in Baltimore, MD
This wonderful, heavy signet ring weighs a hefty 18 grams and has an engraving of a persian lion. The Persian Lion, known as Lion and Sun, symbolizes strength and courage (lion) pa...
Gold, 18k Gold
$2,625Sale Price / item|25% Off
14k Yellow Gold "Persian" Turquoise and e Diamond Halo Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Motivated to Sell – Please make a Fair Offer* Specifications: main stone: 11 Persian Turquoise oval DIAMONDS: 40 round diamonds .35pts. color:GH clarity:VS2-SI1 ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Persian Cabochon Turquoise Diamond Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's Turquoise and diamond cocktail ring. GIA certified round Turquoise mounted in a 14k white gold scallop style crown with a halo of 14 round cut diamonds. The shank of t...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Persian Turquoise Ring Rose Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Antique Victorian - Art Deco Ring with a gorgeous natural Persian Turquoise cabochon of stunning beauty surrounded by a halo of 24 sparkling antique Rose Cut Di...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Persian Turquoise Diamond Halo Ring 18 Karat White Gold Retro Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique Retro - Art Deco Ring with gorgeous natural Persian Turquoise cabochons of stunning beauty with a halo of 10 sparkling white Diamonds set in 18 Karat White...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heavy Vintage Persian Yazdi Necklace Solid 18K Gold Barrel Link Chain 109.9g 32
Located in Great Neck, NY
An exceptional vintage Persian Yazdi necklace (“Zanjir Yazdi”) crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, dating to approximately the 1960s.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Natural Persian Turquoise Beaded Bracelets with Pearls and Gold Accents
Located in New York, NY
This matched pair of stacking bracelets features 8 mm round natural Persian turquoise beads, prized for their saturated color and organic matrix.
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,192Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Persian Turquoise Ring Size 6 14k White Gold 6.21 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Persian Turquoise Ring Size 6 14k White Gold 6.21 TCW Certified $4,250 221276 Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls This Turquoise ring has been Certifie...
Turquoise, White Gold
Monumental Scale Vintage Persian Turquoise & Gold Statement Ring For Him or Her
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly colossal 18K yellow gold vintage Persian turquoise statement ring is both simple in design and formidable to behold. The center oval, natural Persian Turquoise cabochon w...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Turquoise Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Design Persian Turquoise
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1940-1950 Turquoise Ring pre-own in great condition unique cluster dome shape with small round Persian Turquoise. 14k Yellow Gold 8.7 grams Finger Size 7 Overall design size ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Persian Turquoise Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Persian turquoise has been prized for thousands of years and was used in ancient Persian palaces and mosques as a symbol of protection and prosperity, while rose-cut diamonds, dating...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Giant 1950's 18K Yellow Gold Persian Turquoise Statement Earrings
Located in GOES, NL
As visible in the photographs, the jewelry bears the official "750" gold hallmark inside the lozenge, along with the maker's mark of the Italian manufacturer.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold & Persian Turquoise Egg Pendant - Early 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Fine antique 14K yellow gold and Persian Turquoise Easter egg charm or pendant - featuring a bezel set cabochon cut Persian Turquoise (approx. 1.57 Total Carat Weight - 6.5 mm. Wide ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Persian Turquoise and Diamond Pendant Womens Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise and Diamond Pendant Necklace Metal Type: 18k Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 8.0 Grams Dimensions: Length: 33.0 mm Width: 18.5 mm Height: 10.0 mm 1: Primary Stone: Natural ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Vintage 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond and Persian Turquoise Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This splendid pair of 18k yellow gold, late 20th century earrings are a symphony in design and highly complimentary colors. Rich 18k gold blends with delicate Persian turquoise and b...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
GIA 3.25 Carat Natural Persian Turquoise Diamond Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning vintage 1950s Turquoise and diamond cocktail ring. GIA certified cabochon blue 3.25ct turquoise center stone, mounted in a 14k yellow gold cocktail ring setting. With a halo...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mid-Century Natural Persian Turquoise Cabochon and 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in the 1950s, this mid-century ring features a natural Persian turquoise oval-shaped cabochon measuring 14x10mm and weighing approximately 6.05 carats. The turquoise cabochon...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18K Gold Persian Turquoise and Diamond Halo Ring, Europe, c.1900
Located in Miami, FL
The generous scale, balanced proportions, and substantial gold weight reflect the level of craftsmanship reserved for high jewelry of the period.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Dubini Ancient Silver Persian Coin Signet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This unique DUBINI coin ring from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic silver Persian coin minted circa 123-88 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold. ABOUT THE COIN The diademed an...
18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
13.40 Carat Persian Turquoise Bombay and Diamond ZYDO Signed Designer Gold Ring
By ZYDO
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Designer Signed ZYDO Persian Turquoise and Diamond Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Cabochon Persian Turquoise ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
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