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Victorian Turquoise Heart

Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket
Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket

Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket

Located in Venice, CA

This heart-shape Victorian sterling silver locket is encrusted with pave turquoise cabochons that fill its entire front surface, as well as its bail.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian
Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian

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.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous Antique Victorian Heart Pendant Necklace set throughout with lovely Turquoise and Pearls in a wonderful 10 Karat Gold Heart.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

An Antique Victorian 15 karat (15K) yellow gold heart-shaped pendant mourning locket set with five turquoise cabochons in a flower design centring on a gold bead.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9KT Gold and Silver Turquoise, Amethyst and Diamond Double Heart Brooc
Victorian 9KT Gold and Silver Turquoise, Amethyst and Diamond Double Heart Brooc

Victorian 9KT Gold and Silver Turquoise, Amethyst and Diamond Double Heart Brooc

Located in Braintree, GB

Dimensions 3.5 x 3.0 cm Weight: 10 grams Specifications Metal: 9KT gold and silver Era / Period: Victorian Type: Double heart brooch Main Gemstones: Turquoise, amethyst, diamonds S...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold

15ct Gold Victorian, Curb Link Turquoise & Pearl Bracelet, Heart Padlock Clasp
15ct Gold Victorian, Curb Link Turquoise & Pearl Bracelet, Heart Padlock Clasp

15ct Gold Victorian, Curb Link Turquoise & Pearl Bracelet, Heart Padlock Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing an exquisite 15ct yellow gold Victorian bracelet that exudes timeless elegance. This stunning piece features...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Turquoise 15ct Gold Double Heart Lover’s Knot Brooch, Circa 1880’s
Victorian Turquoise 15ct Gold Double Heart Lover’s Knot Brooch, Circa 1880’s

Victorian Turquoise 15ct Gold Double Heart Lover’s Knot Brooch, Circa 1880’s

Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire

An elegant Victorian turquoise and 15ct gold brooch dating to the late 19th century, designed as a pair of beautifully interlocking hearts in a flowing infinity-style arrangement.

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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Bow Ring
Victorian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Bow Ring

Victorian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Bow Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a carved heart-shaped turquoise cabochon measuring 7.0 x 9.0 mm Opaque vibrant robin's egg blue in color - with bow motif halo surround Featuring single and rose cut diamon...

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Antique 1870s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Two Colored Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise/Green Enamel Diamonds 2.02ct
Two Colored Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise/Green Enamel Diamonds 2.02ct

Two Colored Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise/Green Enamel Diamonds 2.02ct

By Victor Mayer

Located in Pforzheim, DE

Victor Mayer heart shaped two colored pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, turquoise and dark green vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds, total 2.02 ct, G VS, measurements app. 11.8 mm x 13.0 mm...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Double Heart Ring

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Double Heart Ring

Located in London, GB

A Victorian turquoise and diamond double heart ring, the two cabochon-cut turquoise each surrounded by an old-cut diamond-set frame, with diamond-set bow top, the diamonds estimated ...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise

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Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver Brooch, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver Brooch, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver Brooch, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This charming Victorian heart Silver brooch is adorned with Turquoises, Circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Victorian Turquoise, Diamond and Gold Heart Ring
Victorian Turquoise, Diamond and Gold Heart Ring

Victorian Turquoise, Diamond and Gold Heart Ring

Located in Madison area, WI

- Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Double Heart Ring - c. 1880 - 18k yellow gold; 11 antique single-cut diamonds, 9 Persian turquoise cabochons The rich and romantic appeal of tu...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This elegant Victorian heart pendant is set in 15ct Gold, Circa 1880.

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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Bracelet in 9ct Gold with Heart Padlock, circa 1890
Antique Victorian Turquoise Bracelet in 9ct Gold with Heart Padlock, circa 1890

Antique Victorian Turquoise Bracelet in 9ct Gold with Heart Padlock, circa 1890

Located in Kendal, GB

An exquisite antique Victorian bracelet from the late 19th century comprising of open-worked knot links crafted in 9ct gold and bezel set with a turquoise in the centre of each.

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This beautiful antique Victorian heart locket necklace is crafted in 9ct Yellow Gold.

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A delightful antique Victorian heart pendant decorated with borders of Pearls and Turquoise stones which graduate out from the centre.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Heart Shaped Turquoise Seed Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring 18ct Gold
Victorian Heart Shaped Turquoise Seed Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring 18ct Gold

Victorian Heart Shaped Turquoise Seed Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring 18ct Gold

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

Step into the romantic era of Victorian elegance with our heart shaped Turquoise, Seed Pearl and Diamond cluster ring, crafted in 1871, is a treasure from the past, embodying the int...

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Crowned Hearts Pendant Locket
Victorian Crowned Hearts Pendant Locket

Victorian Crowned Hearts Pendant Locket

Located in London, GB

The Turquoise Hearts with a surround of 30 Rose Diamonds and above, a Pearl and Rose Diamond Crown. The hinged reverse opens and the interior has a glazed window for a miniature or k...

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Antique 1860s British Necklace Enhancers

Materials

White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910
Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910

Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910

Located in Kendal, GB

A sweet antique late Victorian heart pendant featuring a high relief forget me not in the centre topped with four turquoise petals and a cabochon ruby in the centre.

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace
Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful turquoise set locket necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly engraved w...

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise 10 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Heart Charm
Victorian Turquoise 10 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Heart Charm

Victorian Turquoise 10 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Heart Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Charm designed as a heart deeply engraved with foliate motif throughout One side bezel set with oval cabochon purple foil-backed stone measuring approximately 10.5 x 9.2 mm Opposit...

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Antique 1860s Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl 15 Karat Gold Heart Padlock Gate Link Bracelet
Victorian Turquoise Pearl 15 Karat Gold Heart Padlock Gate Link Bracelet

Victorian Turquoise Pearl 15 Karat Gold Heart Padlock Gate Link Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bracelet is designed as articulating gate motif links suspending a heart shaped padlock charm. With an alternating pattern of round bead set turquoise and pearls - ranging in size. P...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Heart Brooch
Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Heart Brooch

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Heart Brooch

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful antique brooch dating back to the Victorian period. This romantic piece has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the shape an open love heart; the outer ...

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Antique 19th Century Brooches

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Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style Turquoise Pearl Gold Heart Drop Earrings
Victorian Style Turquoise Pearl Gold Heart Drop Earrings

Victorian Style Turquoise Pearl Gold Heart Drop Earrings

Located in Napoli, NA

Beautiful bow and heart design gold handmade Victorian Style drop earrings, they are set with natural Turquoise and Pearls.

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Late 20th Century Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise Heart Pave Pendant
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise Heart Pave Pendant

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise Heart Pave Pendant

Located in Portland, England

This unique antique 9ct gold heart pendant was made circa 1870 and it's set with turquoise stones.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

1900s Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Snake Necklace with Heart Locket
1900s Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Snake Necklace with Heart Locket

1900s Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Snake Necklace with Heart Locket

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning Victorian snake necklace created in the 1900's. People were always fascinated by snakes and since ancient times that fascination has made snake motif widely used in jewelry...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian More Necklaces

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Turquoise, White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Ruby and Yellow Gold Heart Padlock Locket Pendant
Victorian Turquoise and Ruby and Yellow Gold Heart Padlock Locket Pendant

Victorian Turquoise and Ruby and Yellow Gold Heart Padlock Locket Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

The heart shaped padlock features exquisite scroll leaf engraving and a cluster in the shape of a flower with turquoise petals and a ruby centre. On the other side of this pendant is...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Ring
Victorian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Ring

Victorian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a carved heart-shaped turquoise cabochon measuring 7.0 x 9.0 mm Opaque vibrant robin's egg blue in color - with bow motif halo surround Featuring single and rose cut diamon...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

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White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Turquoise Double Heart Ring
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Turquoise Double Heart Ring

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Turquoise Double Heart Ring

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Turquoise Double Heart Ring.

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Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Crowned Hearts Ring
Victorian Crowned Hearts Ring

Victorian Crowned Hearts Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1870s Victorian Silver top and Yellow Gold Crowned Hearts Ring.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond and Turquoise Pearl and Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Antique Victorian Diamond and Turquoise Pearl and Yellow Gold Heart Pendant

Antique Victorian Diamond and Turquoise Pearl and Yellow Gold Heart Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive antique 1860s Victorian 0.03Ct diamond and turquoise, seed pearl and 14k yellow gold heart pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.

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Antique 1860s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Double Witches heart brooch, 15k gold, Turquoise
Antique Double Witches heart brooch, 15k gold, Turquoise

Antique Double Witches heart brooch, 15k gold, Turquoise

Located in NEWARK, GB

Antique Victorian 'witches' heart brooch. This gorgeous piece features double witches style hearts in rich 15ct yellow gold, each heart encompasses a pretty vibrant turquoise caboch...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Yellow Gold and Turquoise Bracelet w/ Heart Charm
Antique Yellow Gold and Turquoise Bracelet w/ Heart Charm

Antique Yellow Gold and Turquoise Bracelet w/ Heart Charm

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: Circa 1900's 18K Yellow Gold and Turquoise Featuring double braided chain with leaf and flower motif heart charm/ pendant Total weight is 18.0 grams

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Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold

Located in Lisbon, PT

Mid-Century Persian turquoise heart and bow convertible locket brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold and silver, Portugal.

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Vintage 1930s Portuguese Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Gold Heart Mourning Locket Turquoise Pink Topaz Moonstone Cluster Bracelet
Gold Heart Mourning Locket Turquoise Pink Topaz Moonstone Cluster Bracelet

Gold Heart Mourning Locket Turquoise Pink Topaz Moonstone Cluster Bracelet

By Karen Sugarman Designs

Located in Colleyville, TX

The bracelet has been designed with hand coiled loops, which allow the ends to connect to a charming Victorian 9k gold turquoise embellished heart/padlock clasp.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

1890s Heart Pendant Necklace
1890s Heart Pendant Necklace

1890s Heart Pendant Necklace

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa: 1890 Silver top, Gold Back Necklace with Detachable Turquoise Heart. Set with Old Mine Cut Diamonds and suspended from a 16 Inch gold chain. Chain

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

15K Yellow Gold, Ruby, Pearl & Enamel Victorian Bracelet
15K Yellow Gold, Ruby, Pearl & Enamel Victorian Bracelet

15K Yellow Gold, Ruby, Pearl & Enamel Victorian Bracelet

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

15K Yellow Gold, Ruby, Pearl & Enamel Victorian Bracelet - Finest example of the favorite romantic Victorian serpent & heart motif, Turquoise color serpent & heart, Ruby serpent eyes...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace
Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

Here we have a delightful turquoise set locket necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly engraved w...

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Heart Shaped Locket Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise Heart Shaped Locket Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Heart Shaped Locket Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in London, GB

A Victorian turquoise set heart shaped locket pendant in 18 karat yellow gold.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and 15 Carat Gold Heart Locket
Victorian Turquoise and 15 Carat Gold Heart Locket

Victorian Turquoise and 15 Carat Gold Heart Locket

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous heart locket is covered with turquoise and when you turn over to the back there is a locket panel holding a lock of hair. Modelled in 15ct gold. Dimensions: 15x13mm ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Turquoise Heart Pendant
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Turquoise Heart Pendant

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Turquoise Heart Pendant

Located in New York, NY

This is a very dimensional heart locket that is just as pretty on the back as the front. The turquoise on the front is bright and the color is evenly matched. There are 39 rose cut...

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Antique 1880s Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace Heart Locket 15k Belcher Link
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace Heart Locket 15k Belcher Link

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace Heart Locket 15k Belcher Link

Located in Torrance, CA

Stylish and finely detailed antique Victorian turquoise & diamond heart locket pendant & necklace crafted in 15k yellow gold (pendant) and 9k yellow gold (chain), dating to the late ...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond 9 Carat Gold Heart Locket
Victorian Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond 9 Carat Gold Heart Locket

Victorian Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond 9 Carat Gold Heart Locket

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous heart locket has a star on the front of it which is set with a turquoise stone and six rose cut diamonds. The locket is modelled in 9carat Gold. Dimensions: 22x26mm ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian double Witches heart brooch, 22k gold, Turquoise and pearl
Antique Victorian double Witches heart brooch, 22k gold, Turquoise and pearl

Antique Victorian double Witches heart brooch, 22k gold, Turquoise and pearl

Located in NEWARK, GB

You can't help but be bewitched by this fine antique Victorian 'witches' heart brooch. This gorgeous piece features double witches style hearts in rich 22ct yellow gold, each heart ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

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Pearl, Turquoise, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pure Rock Crystal Natural Pearl Turquoise Double Heart Pendant
Victorian Pure Rock Crystal Natural Pearl Turquoise Double Heart Pendant

Victorian Pure Rock Crystal Natural Pearl Turquoise Double Heart Pendant

Located in Stamford, CT

A fulsome rock crystal, clear and pure, holds a witch's heart of natural pearls. At its center sits a dot of turquoise that hypnotically holds the eye.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, 15k Gold

Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket
Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket

Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket

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W 0.48 in D 0.16 in L 0.6 in

Victorian 9ct Gold Turquoise miniature Locket

Located in London, GB

Antique Circa 1880s. Turquoise semi precious gemstone fronted 9ct gold Locket with faded 9ct on raised plaque section to lockets reverse Closure very good Bail ring is in great con...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Silver and Turquoise Heart Pendant and Sterling Silver Chain
Antique Silver and Turquoise Heart Pendant and Sterling Silver Chain

Antique Silver and Turquoise Heart Pendant and Sterling Silver Chain

Located in London, GB

Antique 935 silver and turquoise heart pendant on a sterling silver chain. The chain is of a later date than the pendant. We replaced the clasp. Measuring chain length 46.8 cm / 18....

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver

14k Gold, Turquoise, Opal & Garnet Heart Shaped Lock Charm or Pendant
14k Gold, Turquoise, Opal & Garnet Heart Shaped Lock Charm or Pendant

14k Gold, Turquoise, Opal & Garnet Heart Shaped Lock Charm or Pendant

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very fine 14 karat gold, turquoise, opal, and garnet charm. In the form of a puffy heart-shaped lock with a hinged, curved catch to the top. One side is bezel set with a heart sh...

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20th Century Unknown Victorian Charm Bracelets

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Garnet, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Antique Heart Locket, Crescent Moon and Star, 9k Gold Front and Back
Antique Heart Locket, Crescent Moon and Star, 9k Gold Front and Back

Antique Heart Locket, Crescent Moon and Star, 9k Gold Front and Back

Located in NEWARK, GB

This locket is 9kt gold front and back and the front has a little seed pearl adorned crescent moon with a tiny turquoise star set. Such a pretty little locket full of symbolism, we ...

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Early 20th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin Turquoise Beads Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Hear...

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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Turquoise, Tourmaline, Black Pearl, Opal, 14k Gold, Bronze, Silver, Gold...

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Ring
Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Ring

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

The sweetest antique ring set with a heart-shaped turquoise cabochon. It dates from the mid Victorian period, circa 1870, crafted in 9 karat gold.

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Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Solitaire Rings

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Turquoise, 9k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet
Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet

Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet

Located in Sale, Cheshire

This beautiful antique bracelet features a fine fancy link chain, and a rather special locket clasp. Set with three turquoise cabochons, the clasp is shaped like a heart padlock, wit...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chain Bracelets

Antique Mid-Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Pendant
Antique Mid-Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Pendant

Antique Mid-Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Pendant

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A beautiful mid-Victorian heart locket set with three egg-shaped turquoise cabochons.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Early Victorian Turquoise Heart Pendant Necklace
Antique Early Victorian Turquoise Heart Pendant Necklace

Antique Early Victorian Turquoise Heart Pendant Necklace

Located in Sale, Cheshire

An adorable Victorian heart pendant, set with vibrant turquoise cabochons and bright white paste gems.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver, circa 1880
Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver, circa 1880

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Silver, circa 1880

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This fabulous Antique Victorian Silver heart shape locket is set with Turquoise stones.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet Pinchbeck, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet Pinchbeck, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet Pinchbeck, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Held together by a fabulous heart shaped Padlock which is set with seven Turquoise stones which make up a Forget me not.

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Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Pinchbeck

Antique Victorian Turquoise Trefoil Heart Pendant
Antique Victorian Turquoise Trefoil Heart Pendant

Antique Victorian Turquoise Trefoil Heart Pendant

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A sweet antique heart pendant set with a trefoil of vivid turquoise cabochons. The heart is constructed from a single piece of thick gold wire, and features a lover's knot motif abov...

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Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Dangling Heart Ring
Antique Victorian Turquoise Dangling Heart Ring

Antique Victorian Turquoise Dangling Heart Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

This sweet Victorian ring features a twisted design and an articulated heart drop, set with three turquoise stones.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings

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Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Puffed Heart Charm
Antique Victorian Turquoise Puffed Heart Charm

Antique Victorian Turquoise Puffed Heart Charm

Located in Sale, Cheshire

An incredibly sweet tiny puffed heart charm, with Etruscan style detailing and set with a single turquoise cabochon. It was made in England in the late 19th Century; small but perfec...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 9k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Diamond Puffed Heart Pendant
Victorian Turquoise Diamond Puffed Heart Pendant

Victorian Turquoise Diamond Puffed Heart Pendant

Located in Sale, Cheshire

This sentimental puffed heart pendant was made right at the end of the Victorian Era.

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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold and Turquoise Heart & Ribbon Bangle
Victorian Gold and Turquoise Heart & Ribbon Bangle

Victorian Gold and Turquoise Heart & Ribbon Bangle

Located in Austin, TX

Victorian era bangle bracelet. Figural ribbon design with pavé set turquoise stones. Turquoise was often used in Victorian sentimental jewelry symbolic of love. The rose gold te...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

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Turquoise

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Witch's Heart Brooch
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Witch's Heart Brooch

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Witch's Heart Brooch

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A beautiful Victorian witch's heart brooch dating from the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1870.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Victorian Turquoise Heart For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of victorian turquoise heart for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 15k Gold and 14k Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of victorian turquoise heart among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a choice in our collection of victorian turquoise heart has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by J DAUPHIN are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and bead alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an object in our assortment of victorian turquoise heart, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Victorian Turquoise Heart?

The price for a piece of victorian turquoise heart starts at $191 and tops out at $8,900 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,250.

A Close Look at Victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Turquoise in Jewelry Design

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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