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Gemstone: Turquoise
Rainbow Earrings Turquoise Opals Diamonds 5.15 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Turquoise = 1.65 Carats 8 Opals = 2.20 Carats 152 Diamonds = 1.30 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Dime...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Repousse Turquoise Pear Shaped 1 1/2" x 3" Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Repousse with 4mm Round Green Turquoise Set in Pear-Shaped Dangle Earrings Approximately 1.5" x 3" Matt background, THEORY OF GIVING: Silver has been i...
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Early 2000s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Signet Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K yellow gold and Turquoise ring. It depicts an oval shaped cabochon Turquoise stone mounted in gold bezel setting. The Turquoise’s width and length is 0.4 and 0.5 inche...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Oval 6 ct Turquoise Minimalist Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Studs create a subtle beauty while showcasing the colors of the natural precious gemstones. These minimal ear studs will effortlessly make you stand out...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Fred Leighton Earrings Turquoise Diamond Platinum
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and feminine pair of earrings created by Fred Leighton. Made of platinum, Persian turquoise and set with twenty-four rose cut diamonds (G-H color, VS clarity, 1.20 carats app...
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1980s American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Byzantine Granulation Ring with Cabochon Turquoise & Diamonds 22kt Yellow Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine Granulation ring handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a Cabochon Turquoise center and two brilliant cut diamonds. The double base of th...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Gold

GIA Natural Turquoise Diamond Platinum Large Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Light Blue Turquoise & Diamond ballerina style sparkly ring, Crafted in solid Platinum, the center is adorned by a GIA certified Natural Bluish Green turquoise with im...
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1980s Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Asch Grossbardt Colored Stone Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Asch Grossbardt combines turquoise, coral, malachite, lapis, mother of pearl, black onyx and purple sugilite in a playful geometric pattern. 3/4's of a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Sapphires Cocktail Ring
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Summit Turquoise And Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bold color meets shimmering elegance in this turquoise and diamond pavé ring by David Webb. Make a splash with stunning colorful combination and unexpected material compositions. Eve...
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20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Adolfo Courrier Pave Turquoise Diamond Stacking Ring 18 Karat Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant Adolfo Courrier stacking ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold. One estimated 0.05 carat turquoise, accented with 36 estimated 0.01 carat round brilliant cut diamonds totali...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central stone is a turquoise cabochon and either side it sit two old mine cut diamonds. The diamonds total approx 50pts. The stones are set in platinum and the ring is modelled i...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Inlaid Sterling silver ring Turqouise - Coral Unisex
Located in Wallkill, NY
Large Open cut work sterling silver ring. Onyx with Turquoise, coral and amethyst. Top of the ring 1.07 in. top to bottom x .50 in. wide Ring measures 10.5. This is out of our massiv...
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1970s American Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

7.28 Carat Oval Cut Turquoise Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Turquoise Diamond Cabochon Cocktail Ring! The Oval Cut Cabochon Turquoise is 6.63 Carats and has a halo of 18 Round Cut Diamonds weighing 0.65 Carats (Clarity: SI2, Color: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Verdura Polka Dot Diamond Turquoise Large Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Large Turquoise stone vintage Polka Dot ring by Verdura. With t27 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately .44ct 1 nat...
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20th Century American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

French 1960 Modernist Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 12.98 Ctw Diamonds & Turquoises
Located in Miami, FL
French earrings with turquoises and diamonds. Colorful and refreshing pair of earrings crafted in Paris France in solid white gold of 18 karats, with polished finish. These earrings...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Keshi Pearl 14 Karat Gold Necklace Triple Strand
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Turquoise and Keshi Pearl triple strand Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The natural mined Turquoise are pear shaped and round with wonderful Sleeping Beauty col...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, Platinum

Large and Important Fine Turquoise & Diamond, 18K White Gold Earrings, c. 1990
Located in Aspen, CO
18K white gold centering an estimated 40 cts. of fine "robin's egg" blue turquoise surrounded by 50 white brilliant cut prong set diamonds. The diamonds are estimated to weigh 5.19 ...
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1990s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold
Located in Stockholm, SE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The centerpiece of this exceptional pi...
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Early 18th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis, Turquoise, Aquamarine, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

An 18 Carat Gold Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An antique, 18 carat yellow gold cluster ring set with an oval, cabochon cut turquoise surrounded with twelve old cut diamonds and with three old cuts on each side in the shank (in t...
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1880s English Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Aquamarine Colour Topaz, Diamonds, Turquoise, 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Turquoise Bead 36” Station Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This extra long 14k gold necklace has stations of nine round turquoise beads. The chain consists of a rectangular link that bisects itself to create a rhythmic pattern. The link has ...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Turquoise-set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, American. Beyond cool and past verve is where this fabulous seventies ring lives! The form is a wide band with cutout circles and a large turquoise set in a wonderf...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Tsavorites, Diamonds, Enamel, 14 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

1970s Lapis Persian Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Nugget Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 1970s brooch was inspired by a nugget-style motif and crafted in 43.5 grams of 18K yellow gold. This brooch pin contains 20 round vibrant brilliant cut diamond prong ...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Nani Cesare Modernist Turquoise Long Necklace 18Kt Gold With 14.06 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Graduated long turquoise necklace designed by Nani Cesare. Fabulous statement long necklace, created in Alessandria Italy at the jewelry atelier of Nani Cesare, back in the 1970. Th...
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 19th-century Stag-beetle Brooch with Diamonds and Gem stones
Located in Stockholm, SE
Step into the enchanting world of vintage elegance with this exquisite Stag-beetle Brooch, a true masterpiece from the 19th century. Crafted between 1800-1850, this stunning piece sh...
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Early 18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver

Rare Michael Horse Diamond Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Kachina Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT AND RARE KATSINA, KACHINA PENDANT BY THE RENOWNED YAQUI NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN ARTIST MICHAEL HORSE. THE RARE JEWEL IS 14 KARAT Y...
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20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

COLLECTORS ITEM: Multistrand Coral Junks & Turquoise Nuggets & Red Scallop Shell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
What makes this vintage Helga Wagner necklace particularly special is its rarity. Coral jewelry has become increasingly scarce due to restrictions on international trade. While it re...
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2010s Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Mixed Metal

Antique Friendship Forget Me Not Sentimental Token Bracelet 14 KaratGold Clasp
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This handcrafted bracelet was intended as a sentimental token of friendship. The perfectly woven brown hair bracelet is made up out of six individually woven thin ropes. The bracelet...
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1820s European George IV Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Steven Battelle 7.1 Carats Arizona Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A flawless 12 x 16 mm oval Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine turquoise rests in a medieval-inspired "4 point with wire" handmade 18K gold setting atop a slightly tapered matte-finish 18K ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Long and Flexible Vintage Artisan Crafted Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique artisan imagined, vintage pendant is crafted in 18k gold. It is set with 29 natural turquoise cabochons, and topped with a wishbone shaped finial, set with 30 brilliant c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in Valenza , IT
Handcrafted in Margherita Burgener workshop, Valenza, Italy, in 18K white gold, featuring a this layer of natural turquoise of excellent quality and color. The ear clips have colla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Alluring Handcrafted 8.5 Ct Turquoise Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
Bracelets are worn to enhance the look. Women love to look good. It is common to see a woman rocking a lovely gold bracelet on her wrist. A gold gemstone bracelet is the ultimate sta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 3.5 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two outstanding 7 x 10 mm pear shaped Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine cabochons are accented by classic braided wire bezels beneath a matching circular accent above the jump rings. Saf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Diamond & Turquoise Bezel Set Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond and gemstone collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection. These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond & Turquoise Bezel Set Tennis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 1...

Oval Turquoise Earring Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
The details for these gorgeous earrings are listed below: Metal Quality: 14 K Yellow Gold Earring Type: Stud Gemstone: Turquoise Gemstone Measurements: 7.7mm X 5.8 mm Gemstone Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.60 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14k Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.60 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $4,500.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 3.20 Carats Turquo...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12.30 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
12.30 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $6,500.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 11.00 Carats Turqu...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold

Large Circle Hoops, Yellow Silver, Amethyst, Turquoise
Located in Salisbury, CT
The Large Circle Hoops reflect on the inherent beauty of a shape that represents unity, inclusivity and timelessness. Circles have no beginning or end; t...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver

Trillion Peridot and Turquoise Drop 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The cool hue of turquoise complements lucid shades of green in peridot for these drop earrings. A flickering glow from a trilliant cut peridot begins the design, followed by a round ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Peridot, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Malachite Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful stud earrings are set with 7.15 carats malachite, .35 carats turquoise and .56 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Modern Turquoise Tennis Bracelet Crafted in Sterling Silver for Her
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully handcrafted silver turquoise bracelets, designed with love, including handpicked luxury gemstones for each designer piece. Grab the spotlight with this exquisitely crafte...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

15 Carat Turquoise Chain Bracelet for Her Crafted in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully handcrafted silver 15 Carat Turquoise Chain Bracelet, designed with love, including handpicked luxury gemstones for each designer piece. Grab the spotlight with this exqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Diamond & Turquoise Bezel Set Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond and gemstone collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection. These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond & Turquoise Bezel Set Tennis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 1...

Edwardian Turquoise Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely locket necklace. This antique locket has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into an oval shape and expertly engraved with a curva...
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Early 20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Natural Persian Turquoise Ring Size 6 14k White Gold 6.21 TCW Certified
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! ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, White Gold

Victorian Etruscan Revival 14K Gold and Turquoise Cabochon Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This is a fantastic 14 karat gold and turquoise Etruscan Revival pendant necklace from the Victorian era. It features detailed hand engraved gold and fabulous turquoise cabochons wit...
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1880s Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Diamond Emerald Malachite Wherever You May Go Symbol Tree Neck
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches to 17 inch green leather cord with Silver Cylinder Clasp (included) so charms cascade down - to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Malachite, Emerald, Diamond, Agate, Ster...

Gilbert Albert Half Set Turquoise Diamonds Pearls 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional half set signed Gilbert Albert composed of a necklace and a pair of ear clips, in yellow gold set with turquoise, diamonds and pearls Total estimated weight of the diamo...
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1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage turquoise and yellow gold turtle brooch circa 1950. ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P5026. Scroll down for specifications. The shell of the figural tu...
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1950s Modern Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver .925 1"x 1 1/2" Kingman Turquoise Cuff Bracelet by Dave Skeets
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Sterling Silver .925 Kingman Turquoise Cuff Bracelet Signed by Navajo Artist by Dave Skeets Measures approximately: 2 1/2" across inside 1 1/2" opening Stone 22.4mm x 34.8mm 1 1/2" ...
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Early 2000s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Pair of French 18k Gold and Turquoise Foliate Rings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Amiel, Paris, France. This pair of French rings is set with bright turquoise and features wonderful hand-tooled decorations. Vintage chic at its fifties best, th...
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1950s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Persian Turquoise Textured Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Persian turquoise textured yellow gold bow brooch. Crafted with 1950's precision and artistry, this brooch features 9 cabochon marquise shaped turquoise, set in a 14k y...
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Mid-20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Turquoise and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fruit Necklace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Turquoise and 18kt yellow gold fruit necklace The front part can be worn as a bracelet taking out the back since it has 2 clasps. Total weight of 18 kt...
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1970s Italian Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold

Vintage Navajo Silver and Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace by Eskie Tsosie
Located in Stamford, CT
A magnificent and elegant Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace made by Eskie Tsosie c. 1940 places a display of graceful, handmade squash blossoms around your neck. The blossoms hold natur...
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1930s American Artist Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Vintage and Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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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