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Gemstone: Turquoise
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Naturald Diamond And Turquoise Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 24 grams. Totally is diamond 4.45 ct. The diamond is has G-H-I-J-K-Light brown color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. The box is not included. Please con...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Italian 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Pair Of Earrings
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Italian 18K yellow gold and Turquoise Pair of Earrings. It depicts an elongated oblong shaped cabochon Turquoise stone mounted in...
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20th Century Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Navajo Silversmith T. K. Heart-Shaped Turquoise and Silver Brooch
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-Century Navajo Silversmith T. K. Turquoise and Silver Brooch A large gorgeous old turquoise stone set in an almost heart-shaped brooch...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Ray Tracey Native American Sterling Silver Sugalite Turquoise Inlay Key Chain
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage mosaic inlaid turquoise and sugalite Key chain created by Navajo jeweler Ray Tracey. Key chain measures 2 1/4" by 1 1/4". It is signed on the reverse Sterling and holds the a...
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1980s American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Turquoise Tassel Charm of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A 14k gold pendant from the late Victorian era (circa 1880). The top is adorned with a row of blue cabochon-cut turquoise stones. Below, a tassel design adds movement and texture. T...
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1880s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Turquoise Flower Ring with Diamonds, Emeralds, Tsavorites in 18k Gold Silver
Located in Bilbao, ES
Irama Pradera is a Young designer from Spain that searches always for the best gems and combines classic with contemporary mounting and styles. Turquoise Flower Ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Tsavorite, Emerald, Turquoise, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

Richard Chavez Black Jade, Coral, Turquoise, Yellow Gold Ring, 1998
Located in New York, NY
A black jade, coral, turquoise and 14 karat gold ring, by master goldsmith & lapidary, San Felipe Pueblo, Richard Chavez, 1998. The ring is a size 8 US and is stamped with Richard Ch...
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1990s Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Jade, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Turquoise Five-Stone 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 9ct gold and features bright oval turquoise stones. Fully hallmarked Chester 1911. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Weight: 2g
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Diamond Persian Turquoise Victorian Snake Bracelet Gold Antique Entwined Snakes
Located in New York, NY
A very rare and wonderful antique Victorian Diamond and Persian Turquoise Double Snake Bracelet in 9 Karat Gold. The Victorian bracelet with two entwined snakes is set with four Old...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Gold

Pietra Dura Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dove and Cross Pin
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Beautiful example of a Victorian mourning pin. The handmade (tested 18 karat yellow gold) frame is a gentle rope design. The Oval shape Black Onyx has inlay of White Agate cross &...
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1860s Unknown Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Bracelet Set with Turquoise dated Circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Bracelet Set with Turquoise dated Circa 1850 Beautifully hand engraved and completely flexible with 3D like reliefwork. ...
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1850s English Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 15k Gold

Art Deco Style Carnelian Amethyst Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Dangle Earring
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Deco Collection Art Deco Style Carnelian Amethyst 18k Yellow Gold Made in Italy Dangle Earring. The earrings beautifully ado...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, Carnelian, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k...

Turquoise Dangle Earrings With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18k:15.744g, Diamond:4.530ct, ,, TURQUOISE:64.700ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

c1960s Heart Nugget Picture Locket Vintage 10k Gold Turquoise Pendant Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage nugget heart locket crafted in 10k yellow gold (circa 1960s). Small 2.5mm piece of cabochon turquoise. Bright buttery 22k to 24k gold natural nuggets ad...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Marquise Diamond and Turquoise Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 18k diamond and turquoise necklace is sure to make a statement. The 5.80 carats of sparkling diamonds and 8.18 carats of v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Turquoise Diamonds Onix 14 Karat Yellow Gold 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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Early 2000s Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Persian Turquoise Ring Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Antique Toi Moi
Located in New York, NY
An Antique Victorian - Edwardian Ring with two gorgeous natural Persian Turquoise cabochons of stunning beauty. The Turquoise gems are surrounded by a twisting halo of 21 sparkling a...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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

TERRAZZO Pebble Pendant, Turquoise with Opal, Tourmaline Flakes, 18k Rose Gold
Located in Brasschaat, BE
The TERRAZZO Pebble pendant is a stunning and unique piece, carefully crafted to showcase the beauty of turquoise with intricate flakes of opal and tourmaline. The 3cm pebble is meti...
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2010s European Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rosior Kunzite, Turquoise and Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring set in Yellow Gold
Located in Porto, PT
A ring by Rosior in Portugal, representing a flower, set in Yellow Gold with: - 1 Turquoise carved as a flower weighing 12,64 ct; - 1 Oval cut Kunzite weighing 5,59 ct; - 76 Pink dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Kunzite, Pink Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold

9.55 Carat Arizona Turquoise Spike Earrings 1.22 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEE-15560A Gross Wt. :- 16.44 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 14.29 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.22 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Turquoise Wt. :- 9....
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise and Diamond Handcrafted Twig Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A unique blue turquoise is aesthetically designed in a textured gold that forms figural twigs 18k yellow gold. Five round brilliant cut diamonds accentuate the center stone and add s...
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Late 20th Century Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

MiriamHaskell 1926-39 Enamel GiltFiligree Scallop BrassClip ArtDeco AquaEarrings
Located in Chicago, IL
During the Art-Deco period, Miriam Haskell and her first designer since 1926 Frank Hess created these blue-tone enameled scallop-edged Russian-gilt brass earrings with intricate wire...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Enamel, Brass, Gold

Vintage Native American Lapis Lazuli Turquoise & Spiny Oyster Hoop Earrings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A spicy combination of deep blue lapis lazuli, cool turquoise and rich salmony spiny oyster blend beautifully together in these vintage Native American hoop earrings. Set along a cre...
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1970s Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Garnet and Turquoise
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Garnet and Turquoise - The bangle contains 3 oval garnets 7.8 x 6mm and 16 turquoise beads which are prong set with filigree workm...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Garnet, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Navajo Turquoise Bear Paw Earrings Signed TG Teddy Goodluck Shadowbox Sterling
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of antique Native American Navajo Turquoise Shadowbox Bear Paw Earrings signed by Navajo artist Teddy Goodluck. The earrings with the bear paw motif with the lovely ...
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20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

14k Gold, Turquoises and Seed Beads Earrings, made around year 1900
Located in Stockholm, SE
These small hoop earrings are crafted from 14 karat gold and feature an elegant oval shape, giving them a sleek and contemporary look. Each earring is adorned with vibrant turquoise ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Cabochon Cut Turquoise Yellow Gold Bracelet
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 Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Faux Ruby and Turquoise Chandelier Earrings by William de Lillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage gilt metal clip-on statement earrings by William de Lillo, LTD circa 1970's. The chandelier earrings feature metal strands adorned with red and turquoise glass-colored caboch...
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise

Turquoise, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic pendant necklace in platinum structure mounted with turquoises, diamonds and topazs. The chain in 9 kt gold is included. This pendant necklace was totally handmade by Itali...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum

Turquoise Cushion Shape Faceted Oval Peridot 14k Solid Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Faceted Peridot measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel at the top to which are suspended 2 Cushion Shape Genu...
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2010s Thai Artist Turquoise Jewelry

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Peridot, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.1 Carat Diamond and Turquoise Three Stone Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 7.1 Carat Diamond and Turquoise Three Stone Ring exemplifies a harmonious fusion of classic glamour and vibrant artistry. At its heart, the ring features a striking arrangement ...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Silver

An Antique Boxed Pietra Dura Set
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An extra ordinary pietra dura set consisting of a necklace, bracelet, brooch, earrings and two buttons all set with pietra dura of pecrious stones like turquoise, agate and jasper al...
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1860s Italian Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Agate, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Turquoise Bombe Ring, 1950 14 Karat Gold, Green, Blue Turquoise Statement Ring
Located in Austin, TX
In many cultures of the Old and New Worlds, turquoise has been esteemed for thousands of years as a holy stone, a bringer of good fortune or a talisman. It ...
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1950s American Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Lapis and Turquoise Rondelle Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vivid blues of lapis and turquoise create this complementary necklace. Dark thread collects each gem with a knot in between to ensure protection. Rondelles of lapis begin the pattern...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Deep Blue Genuine Turquoise Beads Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A 7MM Deep Blue Genuine Turquoise Beads Necklace, 14K Gold. Weight: 153 carats, Length: 18." We can also customize the necklace according to your preferences, as per the number of st...
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1990s Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Turquoise Forget-Me-Not Conversion Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This pendant was converted from an antique 14k gold pin (circa 1910) by removing the pin and adding a 14k bail. The piece features turquoise and ruby forget-me-not flowers set inside...
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Early 20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold

14k Gold & Turquoise Piano Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine figural gold piano charm. In 14k gold. With a heavy, cast body and a hinged cover that reveals articulated piano keys, bezel-set turquoise cabochons, and applied rope ...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Torsade Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Torsade Bracelet An 18 karat gold beaded bracelet consisting of 10 strands of gold beads, with beads of l...
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1980s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous drop brooch taken from the Victorian period. At its centre, a captivating blue turquoise stone is encircled by a series of old mine cut diamonds with their br...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Silver

Victorian Turquoise and 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This glossy 18ct gold band holds a beautifully bright natural turquoise cabochon stones. The stones are bright and beautiful and complimented by the yellow gold perfectly. The should...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 14k Pearl, Turquoise, and Diamond Bangle
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous pearl, turquoise, and diamond bangle bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k vibrant yellow gold, the front surface of the bracelet features two scrollin...
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1880s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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

Cartier, ‘Délices de Goa' turquoises and amethysts necklace
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
By the inimitable Maison Cartier, ‘Délices de Goa' necklace decorated with a succession of beads, turquoises and amethysts some of which are enr...
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Early 2000s Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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

Oval Shaped Turquoise Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Oval Shaped Turquoise Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free Gift Bag or Box with every order! Opal—the queen of gemstones, is one...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Turquoise Dangle Earring with Polki Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
"18KT Gold:17.768g, Diamond:3.15ct, Turquoise: 50.56ct,, Size: 65X34MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Turquoise Hinged Bangle Bracelet 6 1/2" - Yellow Gold 18k Carved
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Carved Color: Greenish Blue Style: Hinged Bangle Fasteni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Austro Hungarian Angel Cherub Silver Renaissance Pendant
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Antique gold gilded silver renaissance revival Austro Hungarian pendant featuring a large central bezel set turquoise cabs set on an closed ba...
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1890s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Bracelet
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo single stone turquoise bracelet with stars. Beautiful large stone with hand stamped stars and detail with twisted rope borders. Hand stamped sterling details flows on sides on...
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1950s American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Inlaid Turquoise Gold Wire Choker Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Very rare and unusual Art Nouveau necklace from the 1900s mounted with 9 antique Iranian turquoise pieces, which are inlaid with Arabic symbols in gold...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds 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, 18k Gold, White Gold

Native American 3 Stone Raw Turquoise Vintage Ring
Located in Greenport, NY
Native American 3 Stone Raw Turquoise Vintage Ring Amazing Turquoise Ring with 3 Beautiful Raw Turquoise Stones, and Striped Sterling Silver Ring Size 10 Stamped "K.Y Sterling"
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1970s North American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Pear-Shape Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Earrings with a diamond lotus, a single round diamond, and a pear-shape turquoise. With screw ba...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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

Turquoise Stud Earrings With Diamond in 14Karat Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
These earrings are made with beautiful, uncut turquoise and diamonds. The diamonds are pave set in 14K yellow gold. These earrings are simple and elega...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Natural Round Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of GIA Certified Natural Round Turquoise and Diamond Earrings made in 18k White Gold. The total diamond weight is appx. 3 carats. The total weight of the earrings is 7.65 gram...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise

Buddhist Necklace/ Bracelet, Sandal Wood, Tahiti+South Sea Pearls, Turquoises
Located in Boostedt, SH
Discover the essence of serenity and sophistication with our exquisite unisex Buddhist style prayer necklace/bracelet, meticulously crafted for versatility and timeless elegance. Ha...
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2010s Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise

Mario Buccellati 1970 Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Turquoises and Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle drop earrings designed by Mario Buccellati. Very elegant pair of colorful dangles drop earrings, created in Milano Italy by the jewelry house of Buccellati. These everyday ea...
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1970s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Native American Ray Bennett Sterling Silver Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver and turquoise cuff bracelet by Native American artisan, Ray Bennett. Bezel set oval turquoise in the middle of a traditional starburst des...
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20th Century Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Goshwara East-West Amethyst with Turquoise Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
East-West Amethyst Ring with Turquoise Enamel in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'Queen' Collection. The combination of enamel and Amethyst represents power, richness and passion of a true Que...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 18k Gold 1888 Written Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Turquoise Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.90 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size. Box is not...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style 18karat Gold 0.12karat Diamond Amethyst Turquoise Dangle Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Art Deco Style a geometric shape characterized by its elegant sinuosity, femininity and delicacy. Inspired by the beauty of the flower : "IRIS" e...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

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

Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted in radiant 14-karat gold, these extraordinary earrings are graced with 31.96 carats of vivid turquoise—each stone a tribute to nature’s artistry and centuries of reverenc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k 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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