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Gemstone: Turquoise
Vintage Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite floral-inspired ring is a celebration of color and elegance, crafted from 14-karat yellow gold. At its center, the ring features two turquoise stones totaling 1.87 car...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Natural Blue Turquoise 5mm Round Cabochon 9k Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Blue Turquoise Yellow Gold Earring Studs. Beautiful 5mm matching pair of turquoise stones with excellent colour, clarity and round cabochon cut. Some showing black matrix in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.5 Carat Minimalist Turquoise Chain Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Stacking Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
This Minimalist Turquoise Station Chain Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 8 endlessly natural turquoise, weighing 3.5 carat. It measures 7 inches long in length. Turquoise helps to enh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Stackable Turquoise 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Turquoise eternity band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love which w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Yellow Gold Minimal Stackable Turquoise Eternity Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Minimal turquoise eternity band in 18k gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your part...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 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

14k White Gold Turquoise and Diamond "Evil Eye" Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Carat Weight:APPROX 0.35CT Style:Chain WEIGHT:3GR Base Metal:Gold Diamond Clarity Grade:Slightly Included (SI1) Setting Style:Prong Number of Gemstones:25 Type:Necklace Seconda...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, White Gold, 14k 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

13.00 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
13.00 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $7,400.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Oval Shape Turquoise Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
Turquoise pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut gemstone that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent love and promises. It's an at...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamonds Tennis 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

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.10 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.10 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $6,000.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 7.00 Carats Turquo...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Turquoise Eternity Band in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Turquoise eternity band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Turquoise Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut topaz pieces and diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant blue topaz chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Trio Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
Featuring our signature Paper texture on three tiny disc pendants, the trio necklace is crafted in solid 18-carat yellow gold. The pendants are strung on a delicate 16-inch 18-carat ...
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2010s British Turquoise Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Di...

14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Huggie Hoop Earrings Gifts for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Earrings Set: Made from real 14k gold , featuring a single line of 14 round blue turquoise 1/2" in diameter. Made in Italy Surprise Your Loved Ones with Our Turquoise Hoop E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

12.50 Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
12.50 Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet Total Natural Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 11.90 carats Turquoise Meas...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18k Solid Yellow Gold Coral and Turquoise Eternity Band
Located in Houston, TX
Coral Turquoise Eternity Band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partne...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

4.50 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.50 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 3.50 Carats Turquoise Measures: 11.00 x 9.00mm Natural Round ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

LeVian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise White Sapphire Beautiful Fancy Pendant Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Grand Sample Sale Pendant featuring 3 1/4 cts. Robins Egg Blue Turquoise™, 1/15 cts. White Sapphire, set in 14K Honey Gold™
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

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

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

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Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold...

Dainty Turquoise Ring, 14K Dainty Gold Turquoise Ring, Gold Turquoise Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Dainty Turquoise Ring, 14K Dainty Gold Turquoise Ring, Gold Turquoise Ring, Dainty Gold Ring with Turquoise, Gift For Her created by hands from ri...
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2010s Turkish Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Blue Turquoise Round Cabochon 9 Karat Yellow Gold Earring Studs
Located in Birmingham, GB
Blue Turquoise Yellow Gold Earring Studs. Beautiful 5mm matching pair of turquoise stones with excellent colour, clarity and round cabochon cut. Set in lightweight 9k yellow gold s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Blue Turquoise Oval Cocktail Ring
Located in Wallingford, CT
Simple American Mined blue turquoise set on 14k yellow gold. Metal type:18 karat yellow gold 1.4mm band width. 8mmX 10mm Genuine North American turquoise. All of our jewelry will ...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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

6.20 Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Impressive 6.20 Carats Natural Turquoise & Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Bracelet Suggested Replacement Value: $5,500.00 STAMPED: 14K Total Natural Round Diamonds Weight: App...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.2 Carat Turquoise Diamond Sapphire Stud Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold and sterling silver, these studs earrings are hand set with 4.2 carats turquoise, .96 carats sapphire and .23 carats of shimm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Carved Turquoise Diamond Camila Stud Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold. These beautiful stud earrings are set with 9.9 carats hand carved turquoise and .23 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k 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

Turquoise Diamond Marquise Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This Claw necklace is cast in 18K gold & sterling silver. It is hand set in 7.54 carats turquoise and .71 carat of pave diamond arches. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Renowned for its modern & fierce jewelry, "Meghna Jewels" highlights her signature pave arches in this stunning Claw Pendant. Cast in 18K Gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

AJD Statement Necklace of Graduated Extra-Large Blue Turquoise & Black Onyx
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gemjunky Splendid huge graduated natural blue Turquoise with black matrix necklace. The Turquoise, largest is 38.8mm x 19mm, is enhanced by flat black Onyx and gold tone accents. ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

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Onyx, Turquoise, Mixed Metal

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

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k 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

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

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

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White 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

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

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

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

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White 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

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

Southwestern Navette Shaped Silver, Chip Turquoise & Spiny Oyster Ring by YKE
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Southwestern ring. In silver and inlaid with chip turquoise and spiny oyster. With a navette-shaped head and a double band ring. Simply a fine Southwestern ring! D...
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20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Navajo Golden Hill or Lavender Turquoise Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Navajo Indian sterling silver and Golden Hill turquoise necklace. Natural, untreated stone set in traditional shadow box twisted rope border. Stone is a soft, pastel ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Nina Zhou Turquoise Diamond Cherry Blossom Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Unveil the enchanting allure of Nina Zhou's Turquoise Diamond Cherry Blossom Earrings, meticulously crafted in sumptuous 18k yellow gold. These exquisite pieces of jewelry pay homage...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Peruvian Turquoise Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The necklace is 18 inches (45.7 cm) long. The smooth round beads are 12 mm in size. Peruvian turquoise has a gorgeous light blue-green color, or how can call it "Robin egg color," w...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Chrysocolla, Sterling Silver

Fertility pendant by Roland Schad
Located in Paris, IDF
Maternity symbol pendant, glyptic of turquoise, Chinese work from the 19th century, mounted by the artist jeweler in the 70s, yellow gold, unique piece, signed. Possibility to buy it...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Mid century Italian 18kt Gold Turquoise Etruscan Revival Charm Locket Bracelet
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Exquisite work on this stunning vintage Italian 18kt solid gold charm bracelet featuring 5 charms attached to a solid gold textured link bracelet with hidden tongue and box clasp wit...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Steven Battelle 14.5 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A flawless 16 x 22 mm oval cabochon of bright Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine turquoise rests in a classic "small/large" double braid wire handmade setting atop a simple matte finish 18...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage Southwestern Turquoise and Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
These vintage earrings feature oval shaped natural turquoise stones that fan out and are set in sterling silver with a screw back post. They are a very unique earring! The measuremen...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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 earclips have collap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

A Victorian Turquoise And Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian turquoise and diamond cluster ring, the oval turquoise cabochon is set within a surround of old cushion-shaped diamonds and shoulders in yellow gold, size 7
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1890s British Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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

Double Sided Flower Vase 18K Yellow Gold Carved Sapphire Ruby Emerald Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold double-sided pendant designed as a vase of flowers set to one side with a cultured pearl, a carved emerald, two ruby cabochons, two carved sapphires and...
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20th Century French Turquoise Jewelry

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Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gol...

Victorian Turquoise Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Turquoise yellow gold hand chased bangle bracelet, circa 1890. This Victorian Turquoise Yellow Gold Hand Chased Bangle Bracelet is a stunning piece of jewelry that is sure ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring 18k Gold with Natural Black Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning statement ring features an exquisite, 11.09 carat gem from the renowned Sleeping Beauty turquoise mine! Arizona's Sleeping Beauty mine is home to the finest "robin's eg...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Richard Tsosie Sterling Silver Tufa Cast Belt Buckle with Spider Web Turquoise
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Tufa cast sterling silver with spiderweb turquoise stone created by Navajo jeweler Richard Tsosie. Buckle measures 2.25" high by 3.25" long and will accommodate a 1.5" belt strap. In...
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1960s American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Turquoise Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2297 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2010 RRP £3150 Including taxes / $3,350 Excluding taxes / €3600 Including taxes Model ARB87000 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k White Gold Ston...
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2010s French Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

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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