Turquoise Jewelry
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Gemstone: Turquoise
Art Deco Style Lapis Lazuli Gold Turquoise Diamonds Blue Enamel Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 lapislazuli buttons tops with small turquoise round cabochon in the center,middle parts in white gold, 14 round full cut diamonds,light blue color enamel, 2 Lapislazuli flat plain...
Category
1990s Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
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
Turquoise Pendant 18k
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. Perfect for layering or brilliant on its own, this bright blue 17.60mm turquoise bauble set with 18k yellow gold is fun, fashionable, mystical … Beautif...
Category
1960s American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Large Turquoise Oval Stud Earrings, 14k Yellow Gold, Length 1 inch
Located in McLeansville, NC
Step back in time with these exquisite Vintage Large Turquoise Oval Stud Earrings. Crafted in luxurious 14k yellow gold, these statement earrings feature vibrant turquoise gemstones ...
Category
1940s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise & Diamond Triangle Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
In 14 karat yellow gold, these triangle-shaped turquoise and diamond earrings are light and comfy!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rainbow Earrings Turquoise Opals Diamonds 5.15 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
2 Turquoise = 1.65 Carats
8 Opals = 2.20 Carats
152 Diamonds = 1.30 Carats
Metal: Sterling Silver
Dime...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Southwestern Turquoise and Opal Inlay Cuff Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, vintage, Southwestern cuff bracelet is sterling silver.
It features a combination of turquoise, opal and jet inlay.
The face of this cuff bracelet is 3/4 of an inch ...
Category
1990s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise and Freshwater Pearl with Sterling Chain Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nouveau Boutique created this turquoise and freshwater pearl necklace with unusual leather-polished matt finished turquoise (up to 14 x 20 mm) and large freshwater button shaped pearls. A 6.5 inch long heavy block sterling silver chain with a large hook clasp is connected at both ends.
In last photo shows the matching earrings sale...
Category
2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Boucheron Vintage Bracelet Turquoise Diamond White Gold French Estate Jewelry
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Boucheron vintage bracelet, made of 18k white gold, turquoise, rock crystal and diamond. Turquoise cabochons are shaped in truncated pyramids. Gems are bezel set in rectan...
Category
1980s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 9ct Gold Front & Back Turquoise And Seed Pearls Locket
Located in Portland, GB
This stunning Victorian 9ct gold front and back locket is exquisitely adorned with a natural turquoise gemstones and delicate seed pearls in a form of the star. The locket opens to r...
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Handcrafted Sterling silver earrings featuring authentic Kingman Turquoise
Located in Greeneville, TN
Elevate your style with these exquisite, handcrafted earrings featuring authentic Kingman Turquoise and vibrant coral accents. Sterling silver settings showcase the natural beauty of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Arts & Crafts Turquoise Ring in Silver
Located in Southbury, CT
This is a gorgeous Arts & Crafts movement turquoise and silver ring entirely hand-crafted -from the cabochon to the mounting- most likely by a single individual, as was often the cas...
Category
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Vintage 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Extra Large Lantern Charm w/ Encrusted Jewels
Located in Venice, CA
This vintage 18k gold Italian lantern charm is encrusted with citrine, amethyst, garnet, tourmaline and turquoise, bezel set among Etruscan Revival wirework and granulation. The orna...
Category
1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turkish 18k Gold Turquoise, Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Up for sale is a truly unique and fabulous Turkish, turquoise pearl and gold necklace and earrings set.
The necklace weighs a total of 75 grams and consists of over 260 freshwater ...
Category
1990s Turkish Byzantine Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Turquoise Necklace Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and chic blue turquoise stone bead necklace and choker necklace in one. Necklace is shown worn in both lengths. Necklace is beautiful as a standalone piece but also makes...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Nina Zhou 16ct Turquoise Inside-out Hoop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Nina Zhou's 16ct Turquoise Inside-out Hoop Earrings in 14k yellow gold encapsulate vibrant elegance with a modern twist. Crafted meticulously, these stunning hoops showcase richly hu...
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Turquoise Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 2.8 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.15 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Ring size is US 6.75
We can make any size.
Please con...
Category
1990s European Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.25CT Diamond & Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18KT yellow gold vintage turquoise ring dates from the 1960s. The center turquoise measures approximately 9.5mm x 8.5mm and is surrounded by approximately 1.25CT round diamonds,...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Modernist Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Basket Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a turquoise cabochon measuring 11.0 mm round
Opaque Robin's egg blue with black matrix throughout
Prong set in a stylized radial wire basket
Flanked by pierced looping sho...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
Pear shape turquoise earrings set with 34 round cut diamonds
Approximate Combined Diamond Weight: 1 carat
Approximately Length: 1 inch
Back Type: pu...
Category
20th Century Unknown Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Steven Battelle 16.0 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A large oval 17 x 25 mm flawless cabochon of Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine turquoise is set in this wonderful "heart and jawan" artisanally crafted ring design. The delicate wirework...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian Etruscan Revival 14K Gold and Turquoise Cabochon Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This is a fantastic 14 karat gold and turquoise Etruscan Revival pendant necklace from the Victorian era. It features detailed hand engraved gold and fabulous turquoise cabochons wit...
Category
1880s Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin & Grace 10K Yellow Gold Natural Turquoise and Diamond Earrings For Women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Earring is made up of 5*7 Oval-cut Turquiose (2 Pcs) 1.89 carat and Round-cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Spiritual Bead turquoise bracelet 8mm
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
David Yurman D.Y.
Turquoise bead bracelet
Onyx width 8mm
Material Sterling Silver 925
Comes with David Yurman pouch
Retail price:$450
Condition New, without tags
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Diamonds Emeralds Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
These stunning earrings are a perfect blend of timeless elegance and captivating charm, expertly crafted from 14-karat yellow gold and 800 millesimal silver. Each earring features a ...
Category
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long
detailed description:
The bracelet is approximately 18 cm long and 1.4 cm wide, and has a safety chain
Total weight bracel...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Turquoise Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 18k Brushed
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7
Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $60 or Down 1 size for $40
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Bluish Green
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose gold turquoise band ring
Located in Milano, IT
9K rose gold band ring with a cabochon-cut natural turquoise measuring 16x10 mm./0.629x0.393 and weighing 4.90 ct. The ring is handmade in our workshop in Milan Italy with a setting ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
80 Carat Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Beaded Diamonds Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
alluring round sky blue turquoise beads, hand-knotted on luxurious silk and dazzlingly framed with white sparkling diamonds — all cinched together with a regal 14k gold clasp! This n...
Category
2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Turquoise, Diamonds & Sapphire X Motif Ring
Located in New York, NY
The polished blue-green beauty of turquoise is enhanced by precious gemstones of diamonds and sapphires for this ring. An oval cabochon turquoise is an apex, held in place by intercr...
Category
2010s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Go...
Australian Chrysoprase Diamonds Beaded Necklace with Sleeping Beauty Turquoises
Located in GOES, NL
Hand strung sophisticated precious bohemian gemstone necklace in a beautifull mint green color, enriched with playfull details such as;
• Sparkling diamonds (3 diamonds)
• Sparkling...
Category
2010s Oceanic Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise & Pearl 9ct Rose Gold Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian locket featuring seed pearls and a single turquoise gemstone set in 9ct rose gold. The heart shaped locket hangs from a new 9ct gold chain. The locket is a gold 'ba...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Rose Gold
Genesis (Tyrone Turquoise, Sterling Silver Ring) by Ken Fury
By Ken Fury
Located in Queens, NY
Genesis is a one-of-a-kind ring by Ken Fury that is hand-carved, cast in sterling silver, and features a Tyrone turquoise stone from New Mexico.
Ring Size: 10
Hand-signed
Category
2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise & Freshwater Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of turquoise and freshwater pearl dangle earrings. We hand wired with unusual leather-polished turquoise and large fres...
Category
2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
15.36 Carat Amethyst Diamond Turquoise Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring features an cushion cabochon amethyst weight 15.36 carat, surrounded by a diamond weight 0.80 carat. The diamond is surrounded by turquoise. The ring is set in 14 karat yel...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Christian Dior 1962 Blue Cabochon Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Christian Dior 1962 blue turquoise cabochon gold tone brooch and lapis lazuli cabochon stone. Marked on the back and dated. Made in Germany, measures 2 1/2 inches x 1 3/4 inches in e...
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gilt Metal
Nina Zhou Blue Turquoise Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Nina Zhou's Blue Turquoise Diamond Line Drop Earrings, crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold, offer a breathtaking display of elegance and style. These earrings feature striking blue ...
Category
2010s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Sterling Silver Ring set with Turquoise, Citrine, Topaz and Clear Crystal Stones
Located in London, GB
Wonderful sterling silver ring set with turquoise, citrine, topaz and clear crystal stones. Ring size UK N 1/2, US 6 3/4, and measuring inside diameter approximately 1.8 cm / .7 inc...
Category
1970s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Topaz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Natural Arizona Turquoise Bead Chain Necklace Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEN-51338
Gross Wt. :- 5.09 gm
14k Rose Gold Wt. :- 4.05 gm
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.25 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I )
Turquoise Bead Wt. :- 4.94 Ct...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
200 Carat Rainbow Sapphire And Arizona Turquoise Beaded Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in GOES, NL
This handmade necklace enriched with the following gemstones such as;
• Sapphires
• Swiss topaz
• Ethiopian Welo opal
• Afghan Sodalite
• Sleeping Beauty Turquoise
• Angel skin cora...
Category
2010s European Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise, Gold
Arizona Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace with Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
This Sleeping Beauty Turquoise necklace is composed with 14K solid gold beads and sparkling diamonds for a modern but sophisticated look.
A timeless handmade necklace composed of t...
Category
2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
14K Gold Etruscan Revival Turquoise Cabochon, and Diamond Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This is a gorgeous 14k gold, turquoise, and diamond brooch, made in the Etruscan Revival style of the 1870's. It has a three dimensional dome at its center, which is covered in turqu...
Category
19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a unique Victorian creation. A cluster pendant handcrafted from a warm yellow gold features a domed collection of natural turquoise at the centre with an old cushion cut...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christina Addison Rubelite Turquoise Gold Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison 18kt White Gold Turquoise Flower Earring with 12 Pear shaped print set Turquoise surrounding a print set Faceted Rubellite Center.
The earrings measure 3/4" diamet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rubelite, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Christina Addison Turquoise Flower Stud Earrings with Diamond Center
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison Elegant Turquoise Flower Earring is set in 18kt Yellow Gold with a Diamond Center set in Platinum. The diamond center is approximately 1/50cts in weight.
The Earr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold Minimal C-Hoop Earrings with Bezel Set Turquoise
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
You shall need open hoop earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a luxurious look featuring round cut turquoise.
If you love to gravitate towards unique st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Turquoise Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold brooch, set with old mine cut diamonds - approx. 3.00ctw and turquoise. Center old mine stone is approx. VS2-I stone. Brooch measures 43mm x 43mm. Tested 14k, not m...
Category
19th Century Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Forget me knot flower 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Forget me knot flower 14k gold ring. Five blue petal flower gold ring. Nature inspired ring with turquose and lab sapphire. Lucky flower ring.
Metal: 14k gold
Weight: 2.2 gr depends...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Large Gum Drop Earrings with Cabochon Turquoise and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison Bespoke 18kt Yellow Gold Large GUM DROP™ Earrings with Cabochon Turquoise and four diamonds ~-.50cts A real Statement!
The stones are graduated - measuring 5/8" ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold,...
Turquoise Floral Cocktail Ring Pink Tourmalines Diamonds 7.5 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
Gemstones: Turquoise, Pink Tourmalines, Diamonds
Total Carat Weight: 7.50 Carats
Metal: Rhodium Plated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Turquoise Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Negligee Necklace
9ct Rose Gold Tested
Circa 1900
This Edwardian negligee-style necklace is a true vintage beauty. The 9ct rose gold has been tested to ensure its authe...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Cavigliera, argento 925, placcata oro 18 kt., turchese naturale, turchina
Located in Capri, IT
Il turchese naturale risulta non essere uguale di misura e col tempo cambia colore, ciò rende il gioiello unico.
Argento 925 Turchese naturale
Lunghezza cm 24 regolabile
Realizza...
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2010s Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Limited edition turquoise lace, 925 sterling silver, turquoise, made in italy
Located in Capri, IT
Turquoise Lanyard Limited Edition
Small stones of natural turquoise, currently hard to come by, the mineral manages to stimulate the intellect and creativity, and it is like feeling...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Bracelet, 925 sterling silver, 18 kt. gold plated, natural turquoise, turquoise
Located in Capri, IT
Craving for summer and the sea... the Turchina collection is perfect for adding a glamorous touch to your outfits.
A word of advice, wear turquoise jewelry at all times of the year, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace, 925 sterling silver, 18 kt. gold plated, natural turquoise, turquoise
Located in Capri, IT
Craving for summer and the sea... the Turchina collection is perfect for adding a glamorous touch to your outfits.
A word of advice, wear turquoise jewelry at all times of the year,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Earrings, 925 sterling silver, 18 kt. gold plated, natural turquoise, turquoise
Located in Capri, IT
Craving for summer and the sea... the Turchina collection is perfect for adding a glamorous touch to your outfits.
A word of advice, wear turquoise jewelry at all times of the year,...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Turquoise, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY:
No additional costs will be added to this order.
Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum
Arizona Turquoise Bead Chain Necklace Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEN-51338
Gross Wt. :- 5.98 gm
18k Rose Gold Wt. :- 4.94 gm
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.25 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I )
Turquoise Bead Wt. :- 4.94 Ct...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose 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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