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Gemstone: Turquoise
Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Red Roses Deco Style Earrings Handmade in Italy
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini exquisite Deco style earrings handmade in Italy crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold.
Adorning the lobe is a captivating red rose meticulously handmade using coral ...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Castillo Family Silverplate Armadillo Butter Dish w/ Turquoise Dragonfly
By Castillo
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Castillo Family Silverplate Armadillo Butter Dish w/ Turquoise Dragonfly
Gorgeous Armadillo Butter Dish by Castillo Family
Mexican Silversmith Family
Total Mass = 526.3 grams
Appx 8...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver Plate
Antique Austrian Bohemian Cross Silver Turquoise Garnet Pearl Enamel Pendant/11g
Located in SE
Antique Cross in guilt Silver decorated with natural blue Turquoises, one Garnets ,one natural blister Pearl and remnants of black enamel. Late period of Austrian-Hungarian Empire, b...
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Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel
Turquoise, Aquamarina Colour Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Kt Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Ring Size 5 #16732
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Ring Size 5
This stunning ring features one oval cabochon turquoise stone (17 mm x 13 mm) set in beautifully ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified Natural Cabochon Red Coral and Turquoise Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique ring showcasing a natural and rare cabochon red coral also known as "Bull's Blood". Approximately 26.8 - 26.5 x 14.45 millimeters. Surrounded by ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seaman Schepps' Famous Frog Brooch in 8K Carved Carnelian and Sapphires
Located in Aspen, CO
This is the largest size they made, 63.5 mm (2.5 inches), the width of .75 inches, and .75 inches deep. Well carved in the shape of a frog, (in Asia the frog symbolises good luck and...
Category
1990s North American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Native American Turquoise Drop Earrings - Sterling Silver 925 Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Cut: Pear Cabochon
Color: Bluish Green & Tan
Style: Drop
Fas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Ippolita Rock Candy Bronze Turquoise Teardrop Earrings, Sterling Silver
By Ippolita
Located in McLeansville, NC
This Ippolita Rock Candy Bronze Turquoise Teardrop Earrings are a beautiful and unique addition to your jewelry collection. Made from sterling silver, th...
Category
2010s Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Bronze
Ring with Turquoise 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with turquoise - ring size US. 6 - EU. 16.5(52)
detailed description:
The top of the ring is 1.7 cm wide
ring size US 6 - EU. 16.5(52), ring can be enlarg...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Turquoise, Mother of Pearl, Sugilite Feather Heart Dangle Earrings 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Greenish Blue
Natural Mother of Pearl
Color: Yellow & White
Natural Su...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise
Italian Baroque Turquoise Gold Bow Ring Antique 18th Century Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
An unusual example of a scarce seven-stone bow ring dating from the early 18th century, circa 1700. The ring was made in Italy (possibly Sicily) and is a fine example of the beauty o...
Category
Early 1700s Italian Baroque Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Vintage Signed William Ruser Sagittarius Figurative Ring c.1960's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage William Ruser Sagittarius Figurative Ring c.1960's
Size 7.25
Signed
Rare and Collectible
At 17, William Ruser embarked on his remarkable jour...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver & Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Native American squash blossom turquoise and sterling silver necklace.
Weighs 190 grams gross weight. Beautiful blue color on the turquoise stones.
The side turquoise settings measur...
Category
Early 20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Relios Turquoise Rhodolite Lapis Cord Slide Necklace Sterling 925 Floral Adjust
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Relios
Metal Content: Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Blue
Natural Rhodolite
Color: Pink
Natural Lapis Lazuli
Colo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Rhodolite
Alex Jona Turquoise Pebble Long Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, long necklace made of flat turquoise pebbles.
Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality of the gemstone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Large Solid Turquoise and Sterling Centerpiece
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Magnificent turquoise nugget from the Hachita Mine in New Mexico. Nugget weight 5,575 cts. Mounted on custom .925 sterling silver base having silver feathers and buffalo skulls. Base...
Category
2010s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Dainty Vintage Southwestern Sterling Turquoise Cuff Bracelet 6 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, dainty Southwestern cuff bracelet is sterling silver with turquoise stones.
The face of this bracelet measures 13/16 of an inch north to south.
It has an inner circu...
Category
1980s North American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Turquoise Blue Dial Steel Watch 277200
By Rolex
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 31mm Turquoise Blue Dial Steel Watch 277200. This watch is one of the most desirable colors in this category. Brand new never been used with a white tag attach...
Category
2010s Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Steel
Victorian Egyptian Revival Multi-Gem Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a beaded multi-gem strand with scarab and bird motif stations
Comprised of turquoise, carnelian, and lapis lazuli barrel beads
Opaque light blue, medium blue, and transl...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Turquoise Earrings Withn MAbe Natural Pearl
Located in Milan, IT
Little tourquoise stone composes this pair of earrings with a magnificent grey mabé natural pearl 18k gold and it's finioshed with a natural grey pearl.
Lenght 6. cm .
All Giulia Col...
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Early 2000s Italian Artist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage Retro 18K Cabochon Turquoise Enamel Cocktail Ring C. 1950’s
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautiful cocktail ring c. the 1950’s done in 18K yellow gold and finished with intricately laid black and white enamel and centered by cabochon natural turquoise (18.15mm x 13mm ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Enamel
15.32 Carat Amethyst Fancy Ring in 14KRG with Rhodolite, Turquoise & Diamond.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This lovely Amethyst ring is set in an octagon shape. The turquoise that embraces the ring's border adds to its beauty and elegance. This trendy ring is suitable for any event or gat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, White Diamond, Diamond, Turquoise, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Native American Turquoise Cuff Bracelet 5.75 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous, dainty Native American cuff bracelet is sterling silver with a turquoise gemstone.
It is the creation of Navajo silversmith Herman Lee.
The face of this cuff measures...
Category
1980s North American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
French Antique Turquoise and Diamond Bangle
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful antique French bangle crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold. The face plays host to a trio of oval shaped sugarloaf turquoise; each of which has been bezel se...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Brooch/Pin #16802
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Brooch/Pin-
This magnificent brooch by Tiffany & Co. features 16 turquoise stones set in beautifully detailed 18K yellow gol...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Important Charm Bracelet Yellow Gold 18 Carat amethysts pearls coral fine stones
Located in Paris, FR
Important Charm bracelet in 18 carats 750/000 gold, finely chiseled American curb chain retaining 9 pretty tassel charms enhanced with amethysts, pearls, coral, fine stones and others.
It is decorated with a ratchet clasp with safety figure eight. Work around 1960.
Adorned with 9 important 18 kt gold...
Category
1960s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Jones Woodland Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fanning Vintage Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped turquoise cabochon measuring 14.5 x 20.0 mm
Opaque robin's egg blue with subtle gray matrix - bezel set
Flanked by fanning pleat motif chevron shoulders
Inscribed 'To Harry With Love -Martha'
With high polished finish
Stamped for 14 karat gold
With maker's mark for Jones...
Category
1940s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This beautiful necklace from the Beachwear collection reproduces some marine elements alternately in turquoise and gold, for both materials the sculptor has done an excellent work of...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold
Sleeping beauty turquoise beads with 14kt gold clasp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Extremely beautiful blue color on these well matched sleeping beauty beads. The round polished rads range in size between 9.40 - 9.25mm as randomly chosen. These are hand knotted on ...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Cartier Gold, Platinum, Turquoise, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Toucan Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Gold, Platinum, Turquoise, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Toucan Brooch, crafted by skilled artisans in France with 18k gold and adorned with a beautiful oval cabochon turquois...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum
Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum and 14 Kt White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Turquoise Gold Dome Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Dome shaped earrings of round turquoise stones set next to textured circles of 18 karat gold. The turquoise is richly colored and well matched. The gold circle in the back is not vis...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Citrine Turquoise Tourmaline Chrysoprase Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Aqua...
Vintage ZUNI Roadrunner Turquoise and Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Vintage Mid Century Modern ZUNI Roadrunner Turquoise and Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in Sterling Silver and Hand set with Turquoise and assort...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Blue and Pink Topaz Gold Three Stone Ring with Rope Twist Border
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18kt Yellow Three Stone Ring with Rope Twist Border with split shank detail. The ring features three faceted cushion cut stones surrounded by twisted gold rope. The center Bl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Tanzanite, Topaz, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Turquoise, Amethyst, Aquamarine...
Turquoise Inlay 8mm Tungsten Carbide Wedding Band, Beveled Edge Design Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Turquoise inlay bands are a bold design. Turquoise is a gemstone that has been prized for thousands of years for its remarkable blue hues and earthy tones that organically branch thr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Other
Julian Arviso Navajo Native American Necklace Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Gemstone
Located in Miami, FL
Native American Navajo necklace designed by Julian Arviso (1959-2011).
Fantastic necklace and double sided pendant, created by the Navajo-Dine native American goldsmith artist Julia...
Category
1990s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, 14k Gold, Yell...
Art Deco Revival Aquamarine Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Fresh and lively describes the color combination of this Aquamarine gemstone engagement ring. Paired with Persian turquoise and diamonds, this hand fabricated platinum masterpiece is...
Category
2010s Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Dimos 18k Yellow Gold Earrings with Turquoise Stone
Located in Athens, GR
Earrings crafted from 18-karat yellow gold adorned with turquoise and intricate granulation details offer a captivating blend of elegance and artistry. The warmth of the yellow gold ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sterling Southwestern Turquoise Brooch
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful sterling silver brooch is Native American in design.
It features a beautiful natural 5x7mm turquoise stone.
The brooch measures 1 1/16 by 2 1/2 inches.
It is unmarke...
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Turquoise and 15 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This glossy 15ct gold band holds five beautifully bright turquoise cabochon stones. The stones are slightly graduated in size as they get to the centre stone, starting smaller on the...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Turquoise Bead 15 Millimeter Diamond 0.45 Carat Gold 2.45 Inch Hoop Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning Turquoise Bead 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamond Rondel, the perfect blend of elegance and charm for the modern woman. These exquisite earrings are designed to capture attention and add a touch of sophistication to any ensemble.
Turquoise Bead Centerpiece...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Style Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold "Flowers" Pendant
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem.
We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Agate, Diamond, White...
Antique Luxurious Bejeweled dessert 18K Gold Filled Coin Silver Porcelain set
Located in SE
Antique Luxurious Bejeweled dessert 18K Gold Filled Silver flatware set in Renaissance style, comprising six knives and six forks in contemporary box. This set is one of a kind,custo...
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1890s Austrian Renaissance Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Turquoise, Silver, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This pendant, crafted in fine 18-karat white gold, is a true statement of style and sophistication. At the heart of this exquisite creation lies a natural turquoise, selected for its...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
AJD Absolutely HUGE Dramatic REAL Aquamarines & Turquoise 21" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This hugely dramatic flippy-floppy 21 inch long Aquamarine necklace stands out around your neck very dramatically. The longest of these real Aquamarine...
Category
2010s Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Turquoise
Retro Modern 1960 Italian Free Form Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
Retro modernist clips-on earrings with turquoises.
A gorgeous sculptural pair of earrings, created with voluptuous organic free shapes during the mid-century period, back in the 196...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Magnificent Long Drop Earrings and 18k gold
Located in Milan, IT
Very Special Tourquoise green color long earring 7 cm gold 18k gr 23
All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive at your door...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Happy Hearts Pearl And Turquoise Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
The Happy Heart necklace by Vintouch Jewels is centered with an iridescent mother of pearl heart-shaped pendant that sparkles like fresh morning d...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil
Gold Snake Brooch with Turquoise
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large curled snake brooch set with round, cabochon cut turquoises and small facetted garnets in the eyes, with an articulating hinged tail, England, circa 1830.
weight: 31.67 gram...
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1830s English Georgian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
David Webb Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Diamonds, Cabochon Emeralds Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Vintage bracelet by David Webb crafted in 18K Yellow Gold set with turquoise and diamonds.
Crafted in the 1980s, this bracelet exudes a timeless allure with its unique blend of mat...
Category
20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Stamped, Victorian Open Curb Link Turquoise Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Victorian Circa 1880
A stunning piece of Victorian jewellery, this antique curb bracelet is crafted from 9...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Tichu Turquoise Eagle Claw Cuff in Silver Sterling & Crystal Quartz, Size 'M'
By Tichu
Located in Jaipur, IN
"Symbol of Strength and Control: The Eagle Claw "
Each bracelet cuff is handcrafted in Sterling Silver studded with Turquoise. The use of repousse technique on cuff gives it the rar...
Category
2010s Indian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
David Yurman Turquoise Lariat Estate Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Miami, FL
Discover the exquisite beauty of David Yurman's Turquoise Lariat Estate Necklace. Boasting 4mm Turquoise beads and a shimmering "Quatre Foil" 18kt yellow gold diamond clasp. This nec...
Category
2010s Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Native American Zuni Petit Point Turquoise Sterling Silver Ring Bracelet Combo
Located in Montreal, QC
Native American Zuni Turquoise Petit Point attached Bracelet and Ring ensemble. Hand set with Petit Point Turquoise and crafted in 925 S...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Ring Flower Motif Gold Antique Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and oh so Romantic Antique Victorian Ring with six Persian Turquoise gems and Pearls in a delicate flower motif. The combination of Pearls and Turquoise in this be...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k 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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