Turquoise, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant necklace in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds for all the length.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,154Sale Price|30% Off
55.85Ct Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring, 14K White Gold
By SiSi By Carat Jewellery
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Size US 6.5 1 Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 55.85 carats White round brilliance diamonds 0.83 carat 14 karat white gold Diameter:30mm
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Classic Pear-Cab Turquoise 14k White Gold White Diamond Accents Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 14-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace. This Pendant is made up of Pear-cab Turquoise (1 pcs) 6.78 carat and Round-cut...
White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Turquoise and Amethyst Choker Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Choker Necklace - Metal: 18K White Gold - Weight: 63.73 Grams - Length: 15 inches - Closure: Box Center Stone Details: - Type: Turquoise - Carat: 263.90 CTTW -...
Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise & 5.20 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The diamonds frame the pendants and highlight the bead spacers, adding exceptional sparkle that contrasts elegantly with the rich blue tones of the turquoise. Crafted in solid 18K wh...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Australian White Pearl and Blue Turquoise Necklace
By Lola Florence
Located in Kailua Kona, HI
20 Australian Pearls ranging from 12mm to 13mm in size are speckled amongst Natural cobalt blue Turquoise discs, all hand knotted by the artist on royal blue color silk. With an appr...
Pearl, Turquoise
14K White Gold and Turquoise Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Queens, NY
14K White Gold Turquoise Diamond Bangle, adorned with 7 prong set turquoise cabochons weighing a total of approx. 7.00 carats, further adorned with 12 prong set single cut diamonds w...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion earrings in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with sapphires and a diamond in the upper part.
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
As pendant, a drop turquoise. Diamonds 0.08 ct Sapphires 0.75 ct Turquoise 1.20 gr Total Weight 2.70 gr RF +GOAF RK.AGCF130 For any information, feel free to contact the seller thro...
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,381Sale Price|20% Off
Fabulous Turquoise White Gold Diamond Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings White Gold 14 K Diamond 2-RND 57-0,1-5/8 Turquoise 2-3,01 ct Weight 1.8 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewelle...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Eternity Band Ring - Turquoise Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Covington, LA
Details Oval turquoise cabochons totaling approximately 0.91 carat Round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 0.278 carat Crafted in 14K white gold Total ring weight: 3.11 grams...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise & Diamond Open Bangle Bracelet 1.05Ctw 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning open style bangle bracelet is well crafted in 18k white gold. Adorned with two blue turquoise stones studded on both ends with pave set round natural diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Coral 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Turquoise Ring Diamond 18k White Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful turquoise ring with diamonds, crafted from 18k white gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
$2,126Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 18K White Gold Natural Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The white gold, with its subtle brilliance, enhances the turquoise without overpowering it, allowing the stone to shine in its natural beauty.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The necklace’s structure is designed to ensure comfort and security while remaining lightweight and easy to wear. The 18k white gold setting offers the perfect contrast to the vibran...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamond 18k White Gold Clip-on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These fabulous earrings are crafted in 18k white gold and set with turquoise stones and round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Metal- 18K White Gold, .750. Stones- 30 Round Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 2 MM, 8 Marquise Shaped Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 4 x 2 MM.
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Turquoise Bracelet
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Our iconic Nile collection features bold shapes and chunky volumes, adorned with our unique Nile arabesque motif. Bracelet crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and Turquoise Round Brilliant D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Marquise Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are set with 6.9 carats Turquoise and .77 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 karat white gold drop necklace. Handmade by our artisans assembled with Arizona turquoise and diamonds Necklace total weight 17.70 grams Diamonds weight 0.20 karat Turquo...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handcraft 18 karat white gold cocktail ring.Handmade by artisans assembled with turquoise and diamonds Ring total weight 8.20 grams Diamonds weight 0.31 karat Turquoise weight 2 gra...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing earrings in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds for all the length .
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
At the center sits a stunning natural turquoise from Arizona, known for its exceptional purity and vibrant color.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Natural Turquoise Vintage Style Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vibrantly timeless, these Natural Turquoise Vintage Style Hook Earrings bring effortless charm and soulful elegance.
Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Sapphires 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic ring made of 18 carat white gold with blue and pink sapphires,natural turquoise, entirely handmade by expert craftsmen in the sector.
Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This elegant necklace is a statement piece fashioned from 18-karat white gold, featuring a pendant with a vibrant turquoise sphere that adds a pop of color and a touch of natural bea...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft Turquoise 14 Karat White Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Choker Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful bracelet in 18 karat white gold mounted with natural turquoise interspersed with flowers encrusted with diamonds, bracelet handmade by our Italian artisans Turquoise weigh...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 18kt White Gold Turquoise & Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Crafted in precious 750 white gold, the necklace is enhanced with genuine natural turquoise from Arizona and sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds that emphasize its refinement and timele...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Turquoise Natural Diamond White Agate 18K White Gold Drop Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The upper part of the earrings features an oval cabochon of vivid blue turquoise, set in a sleek and polished white gold bezel that enhances the stone's clarity and vibrant hue.
Diamond, Turquoise, Agate, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,615Sale Price|20% Off
Turquoise Antiques Jade 18k White Gold Diamonds Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antiques Uzbekistan Turquoise, antiques Chinese carved jade, diamonds, white gold 18k gr.25,90.
Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat White Gold Turquoise and Diamond Pendant
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold turquoise and diamond pendant with 23 round diamonds weighing .20pts. and a pear shape turquoise with no chain.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
92 Gr Turquoise, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing necklace mounted with spheres of turquoise and a clasp in 14 kt white gold studded with diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The diamonds, carefully selected and hand-set, create a fascinating contrast with the turquoise, highlighting its unique tone. The 18k white gold band is meticulously crafted, giving...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft 18 Karat White Gold Turquoise Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Cocktail Ring White Gold Turquoise and Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This exquisite French Cocktail Ring is a striking blend of classic elegance and bold design. Crafted from 18kt white gold, the ring showcases a stunning combination of turquoise gems...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
18 Karat white gold ring with an essential design dialogues with the blue of the turquoise that gives it traits of serenity and calm, elegance and grace.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Oval Turquoise and Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Stuart, FL
14k white gold oval turquoise and diamond stud earrings.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Oval Cabochon Cut Turquoise, Black, and White Diamond Flame Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Turquoise: 1 Oval Cabochon Cut = 20.95ct Diamonds: 158 Round Cut = 2.69cttw Color: Black Diamonds: 167 Round Cut = 0.82cttw Color: G-H Clari...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Aquamarine White Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This exclusive necklace features genuine turquoises from the sleeping beauty mine in Globe, Arizona and an aquamarine set in 14k white gold with sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise, Tsavorite and Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this turquoise, tsavorite and diamond white gold pendant necklace, centered by an oval turquoise and framed by a radiating cluster of diamonds and tsavorites.
Diamond, Tsavorite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, Opals Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Transport yourself to the free-spirited vibes of the 1970s with this mesmerizing gypsy-style necklace – a boho dream adorned with opals, turquoise, diamonds, and sapphires. This piec...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Turquoise, White Gold
New Diamond, Turquoise and Emerald Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Roma, RM
An elegant and vibrant bracelet crafted in 18 karat white gold, featuring a refined composition of diamonds, turquoise, and emeralds arranged in an intricate openwork design.
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, White Gold
14K White Gold Turquoise & Diamond Floral Stud Earrings
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made floral-shaped earring is crafted from 14-carat white gold and features a TURQUOISE gemstone set within a halo of sparkling DIAMOND.
Turquoise, 14k Gold
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Carved Turquoise Amethyst Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these earrings we have the upper part consisting of 2 round amethyst buttons, then 2 oval faceted amethyst ,2 small diamonds and 2 engraved turquoise round drops measuring 12x 4...
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Orange Sapphire Diamond, Turquoise 18kt White Gold Ring
Located in Derby, NY
Jewelry Type : Ring Metal Type : 18K White Gold Total Weight : 8.00 grams Ring Size : 7 Brand : Estate Period : Modern 2000's Side Stone 1 : Stone Type : Diamond Shape : Round Brill...
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Carved Turquoise Amethyst Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these earrings we have the upper part consisting of 2 round amethyst buttons, then 2 oval faceted amethyst ,2 small diamonds and 2 engraved turquoise round drops measuring 12x 4...
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 White Gold Turquoise Cts 0.47 Bezel Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
All are encased in luxurious 18K white gold, weighing 2.18 grams, and complemented by an exquisite 18K chain.
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Chic Turquoise, Tsavorite & Diamond Floral Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite floral brooch, crafted in 18K white gold, showcases a captivating central carved green Nevada turquoise, weighing approximately 36.55 carats.
Diamond, Tsavorite, Turquoise, White Gold
18K White Gold Turquoise Evil Eye Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Nijma M Fine Jewelry
Located in Toronto, CA
Crafted in luminous 18K white gold, the sculptural eye motif is anchored by a vivid turquoise centre, framed with subtle diamond accents that shimmer softly.
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White 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.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise, Aquamarine, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant retrò ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a central aquamarine surrounded by diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise and Diamonds Necklace 18 Kt White Gold Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Turquoise and diamond brushed 18 kt white gold necklace.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Turquoise Diamond Earrings by Designer Carat, 3.60ct
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Perfectly blending bold luxury with timeless sophistication, these earrings make a stunning addition to any sophisticated ensemble. 14 Karat White Gold 2 Oval Turquoise 7X9mm 20pcs P...
Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White and Black Diamond Turquoise Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Of the earrings is set with a natural turquoise with a web matrix while the other earring is set with black and white diamonds to resemble the turquoise.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$13,608 / item
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Turquoise Ring
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Our iconic Nile collection features bold shapes and chunky volumes, adorned with our unique Nile arabesque motif. Ring crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and Turquoise Round Brilliant Diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Turquoise Diamond Cts 0.51 Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Nestled in lustrous 18k white gold and framed by 0.51 carats of brilliant diamonds, this turquoise ring is both elegant and grounding.
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
$25,830Sale Price / item|30% Off
JR Turquoise Zig Zag 18 Karat White Gold Earring
By JR Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR Turquoise Zig Zag 18 Karat White Gold Earring Full of brilliance and sparkle, this Rose cut diamond earring with Turquoise will make a perfect piece for your ensemble.
Diamond, Turquoise, 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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