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Gemstone: Turquoise
Tiffany & Co. Turquoise Fireworks Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Tiffany & Co. classic. The fireworks collection is rarely offered with turquoise. Approximately 1 inch in size.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
104 Carat Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace and Earring Set, Bridal, 18 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
104 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace & Earring Set, Bridal, 18 K Gold.
Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise which is very hard to find now.
Necklace , Earrings
Diamonds 3.8 Ca...
Category
2010s Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Carved Turquoise Emerald 18k Gold Silver Pendant
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This lovely one-of-a-kind turquoise pendant has been handmade in our workshops. It features a rare hand-carved piece of old Iranian turquoise, which has a beautiful soft blue colou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Michael Kneebone Fossil Coral Nugget Turquoise Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Three tomato red beads of fossil coral are combined with turquoise nuggets in this daring and dramatic necklace. The beads are spaced with cornflake shaped rondelles in vermeil as i...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Vermeil
Antique Victorian 14ct Gold Blue Enamel and Turquoise Navette Ring
Located in Portland, England
A beautiful and rare antique Victorian 14ct gold blue enamel and turquoise ring. The ring has an unusual open design and features ten turquoise cabochons crafted in 14ct yellow gold....
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Mario Buccellati 18 Karat Textured Brushed Gold Ring Turquoise
Located in North Hollywood, CA
For all Buccellati collectors here is a rare item to collect. These were made by the master himself in the early 1960's, and signed as such. This ring has an open back allowing for d...
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1960s Italian Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Nouveau White Diamond Turquoise Yellow Gold Dangle Clip-On Flowers Earrings
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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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of 6 Antique Edwardian 9ct Gold, Mother of Pearl, Enamel & Turquoise Buttons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 antique Edwardian buttons.
From a tuxedo or formal dress set.
In 9 karat (slightly rose-tinted) gold with gold-filled backs.
Each with a turquoise cabochon to its ...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Wide Southwestern Tufa Cast Turquoise Ring Size 11
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage ring is done in classic Tufa casting.
It features a 20x14mm natural turquoise.
The face of this ring measures 1 inch and tapers down to 3/8 of an inch.
Weight:...
Category
1990s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Gold Diamond Turquoise Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage pair of hand painted pear shape Mother of Pearls measuring 40x55 mm depicting a landscape with a chinese style house near bamboo canes and mountains in the distant backgroun...
Category
Early 2000s Chinese Arts and Crafts Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet with Turquoise Pearl Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Cheerful and fresh. In eighteen karat 18K yellow gold, this quality made Italian cuff bracelet has pleasing mix shapes and colors. Rectangular go...
Category
2010s Italian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hubei Turquoise Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 19 inches (48 cm).
The size of the rondelle beads varies from 16 mm to 33.5 mm.
Turquoise ranges in color from a light shade of green to light blue to a...
Category
2010s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Persian Turquoise and Diamond Gold Halo Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Art Deco Revival Turquoise and Diamond Post and Clip Earrings. Each centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Persian Turquoise, surrounded by tota...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Oval Cabs Gold Diamonds Round Drop Turquoise Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 4 oval shape Blue Sapphires 6x8 mm set together in 14 Kt yellow gold with 2 small diamonds in the center, at ...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral, Turquoise, and Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Experience the elegance of this Iconic Van Cleef & Arpels Coral, Turquoise and Diamond Necklace Earrings Set, a stunning ensemble that epitomizes the luxury and craftsmanship of the ...
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20th Century French Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Turquoise Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Pink Sapphire Two Butterfly Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Van Cleef & Arpels Butterfly Pendant Necklace, made from 18k yellow gold, features a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian 18k Gold Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelet with 5 Charms
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This fanciful vintage creation is uniquely the product of master goldsmiths working in Italy during the Mid-20th Century. Mounted on the very intricate bracelet of the same period ar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Chalcedony, Coral, Yellow Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Turquoise and Diamond Dangling Earrings, 14k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Turquoise and Diamond Dangling Earrings made in 14k White Gold. The dimensions are 1.6 inches x 0.50 inch. The total weight of the earring is 10.06 grams.
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise
14k Gold and Colored Stone Mid-20th Century "Victorian Tribute" Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Mid-20th century slide bracelet is from a genre of similar pieces, all derived and created as a tribute to slides which were primarily used in Victorian period ladies necklaces....
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, Pearl, Tiger's Eye,...
14K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Pearl, Diamond, Garnet, and Turquoise Stones
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
14K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Pearl, Diamond, Garnet, and Turquoise Stones
This exquisite 14K yellow gold bracelet features a stunning blend of pearl, diamond, garnet, and turquoise...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
The Scala Gioielli & Figli is pleased to announce to all its customers who purchase outside the European Community an additional 10% discount from the list price on all its items. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Colorful Italian Sixties Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Italy. This brilliant, bright, colorful… sixties necklace is perfect for any moment of fashion. Decorated with turquoise and ruby fluerettes, each centered with a s...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.46ct Natural Turquoise Diamond Fine Bracelet Crafted in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Turquoise Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 28 endlessly sparkling natural turquoise, weighing 7.46 carat and 56 pieces of diamonds weighing 0.284 carat. It measures...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral Diamonds Turquoise Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This stunning necklace is a masterpiece of artisanal jewelry, crafted in 18-carat yellow gold and adorned with a skilful combination of precious materials and natural stones. The uni...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Solid Yellow Gold Round Turquoise Half Eternity Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise Half Eternity Stackable Band Ring in 18k Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape rep...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Turquoise Cabouchon & Black Enamel Cuff Made In 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.590g,
D:1.31ct,
SI:63.808g,
TURQUOISE:19.60ct,
Enamel:1.72g
Size:58X58X22MM
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Yellow Gold Turquoise and Seed Pearl Locket Ring
Located in New York, NY
This captivating piece, crafted in rich gold, features a harmonious arrangement of vibrant turquoise stones and a central lustrous pearl.
The intricate design showcases a textured go...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a flower of diamonds surrounded by sapphires and diamonds in the upper part; in the middle, a sapphire and, as ...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Etruscan Revival Styled 18k Blue Chalcedony Turquoise Watch Fob/Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This unique watch fob is a truly exquisite piece of jewelry that combines the historical influences of the Etruscan Revival movement with the elegance of precious gemstones. This sty...
Category
1950s Italian Etruscan Revival Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Chalcedony, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Art Deco Chinese Export Bracelet Turquoise Enamel Silver Gilt Lotus Flower
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN AN ANTIQUE ART DECO - ART NOUVEAU CHINESE EXPORT BRACELET WITH GORGEOUS NATURAL TURQUOISE CABOCHONS IN A WONDERFUL LOTUS FLOWER MOTIF SETT...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
LB Chinese inlaid bead necklace, Bakelite, Turquoise glass, Goldfilled beads
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB handmade, one of a kind ,Vintage Chinese kingfisher inlaid gold beads and French 80’s Bakelite beads comprise a necklace of incredible beauty.Antique Turquoise glass...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold-filled
Vintage 1963 Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Pearls Twist Set
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted in 18k yellow gold with Turquoise beads and cultured Pearls.
Signed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Circa 1963
The necklace measures 18 inches long.
The bracelet is a size 7 3/...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage Turquoise and 9 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This glossy 9ct gold band holds abeautifully bright turquoise cabochon stone. The stone is bright and beautiful and complimented by the yellow gold perfectly.
Ring Size: K 1/2 or 5...
Category
1980s British Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Victorian Compass Windrose Diamond 15k Gold Oriental Pearl Turquoise Cabochon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The beautiful pendant ,designed as a compass rose, also called Stella Maris, ist set with an Amsterdam rose diamond, surrounded by four smaller diamonds. ...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Elegant Gold and Turquoise Leaf Motif Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rich 18k gold is beautifully detailed into an open work leaf design and accented with vivid turquoise. 7/8's of an inch in length.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k 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...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Blue Sapphire Cabochons Octagon Shape Turquoise 14 Kt Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these simple and chic earrings we have 2 Octagon Shape Natural Turquoise measuring 16 x 18 mm.,suspended from 2 nice Blue Sapphire oval cabochons size 10 x 11 mm for a total we...
Category
Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Minimal 18k Yellow Gold 6.2 Carat Turquoise Eternity Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise eternity band in 18k gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.5 Carat Minimalist Turquoise Chain Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Stacking Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pomellato Turquoise Ruby Capri Ring
By Pomellato
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pomellato turquoise "Capri" ring in 18k pink gold with a partway pavé-set ruby band. Cushion-shaped bevel top turquoise measuring approximately 11...
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2010s Italian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
18 Kt White Gold Turquoise and Sapphires Garavelli Hanging Earrings
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Elevate your elegance with the 18 Karat White Gold Turquoise and Sapphires Garavelli Hanging Earrings. These exquisite earrings, crafted with precision and style, are a testament to...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
6 Blue Sapphires Cabs 14K Gold Diamonds Trapeze Shape Turquoise Drops Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 6 oval shape Blue Sapphire cabs of 4 mm x 5 mm set together in 14 Kt yellow gold with 2 small diamonds in the ...
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Strand Pearl, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli and Jasper Beaded Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing this magnificent five strand statement necklace, a true masterpiece of artistry and elegance. This stunning piece combines the beauty of pearls, turquoise, lapis lazuli, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Turquoise, Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10k Gold Cabochon Lapis Turquoise Bead & Diamond Textured Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent and uniquely designed vintage cocktail ring that is crafted from solid 10k yellow and white gold. It features a gorgeous, high quality, natural...
Category
1950s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Rare Zuni Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 14k, by Wayne & Virginia Quam, Zuni, American. This gorgeous ring by renowned Zuni silversmiths, Virginia and Wayne Quam, is a rare gold (14k) version. Demonstrating a s...
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1970s American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, Turquoise, Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra' Necklace.
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra'
Necklace. This necklaces has ten motifs, turquoise plaques, all set in 18k white gold along with
the chain (French marks), signed ...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vermeil Cuff With Coral & Turquoise
Located in valatie, NY
Chinese turquoise, coral, and vermeil filigree linked bracelet with vermeil clasp. No maker's mark.
N.P. Trent has been a respected name in antiques for over 30 years with a large co...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
Vintage 14K Turquoise & Diamond Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, the ring features a domed design of six oval natural turquoise cabochons surrounding a diamond and turquoise floret.
The oval turquoise cabochons measure ...
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Mid-20th Century American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This extraordinary necklace represents the perfect balance between luxury and elegance, crafted in 18K white gold and adorned with a refined combination of brilliant-cut diamonds and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold & Turquoise Desk Clock
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold & Turquoise Desk Clock
Adorn your space with this exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Gold & Turquoise Desk Clock, a masterful combination of elegance and functiona...
Category
20th Century French Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Platinum Natural Diamond And Turquoise Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 13.2 grams.
Totally is diamond about 2 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Ring size is US 6.5
We can make any size.
Box is ...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Australian Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Kailua Kona, HI
31 South Sea Australian Pearls ranging from 12.5mm to 13mm in size are paired with Natural Nacozari Turquoise Discs, all hand knotted by the artist on Lavender color silk. With an ap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise
Turquoise and Moonstone Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed 12.70tcw Square Turquoise and 1.55tcw Moonstone Dangle Earrings. Hand crafted in 14K Gold mounting. These Simple and Classic Stylish earrings, epito...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Turquoise Gemstone Ear Climber Fine Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Adorn your ears with the enchanting beauty of these Natural Turquoise Gemstone Ear Climber Fine Earrings, elegantly accented with Diamonds and cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold
Native American Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise Vintage Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Highly Desirable Native American Original Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace. A unique take on the traditional Squash Blossom necklaces, with elongated modern blossoms ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Retro 14k Gold & Multi-Gemstone Piano Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage figural piano gold charm for a charm bracelet.
In 14k gold.
Set with pearls as piano keys, and decorated throughout with applied gold...
Category
20th Century Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Persian Turquoise 2.5 Carat Diamond Ring Antique Retro Baguette Diamond Halo
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a gorgeous Antique Retro Persian Turquoise and 2.5 Carat Diamond Ring. The combination of Persian Turquoise and sparkling white Diamonds is the combination everyone dream...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Rhodium, 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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