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Gemstone: Turquoise
Zuni Turquoise Coral Sterling Silver Native American Knifewing Dancer Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
The ring is made up of Turquoise, Onyx, Mother of Pearl And Coral. Ring is a size 7.5- Measuring 1.47 in x 1.15 in. Hallmarked inside G.B Natachu. This is out of a massive collection...
Category
1960s American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Philip Tso Cabochon Turquoise Large Navajo Cuff Bracelet in Sterling Silver
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Embrace the captivating spirit of the Southwest with this exquisite Navajo cuff bracelet, handcrafted by renowned silversmith Philip Tso. A striking homage to traditional Navajo arti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise Bead 18 Karat Textured Yellow Gold Bead Vintage Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Turquoise Bead 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ball Bracelet is a captivating piece of jewelry that combines vibrant color with luxurious design. Featuring vivid 10.5mm turquoise beads, thi...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Turquoise Sterling Silver Ring with Flower
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Large oval turquoise bezel set in a sterling silver mounting that has a raised flower and leaf on the side of the ring. Marked 925.
US size 10.
Approximately 1" wide by 1.08" tall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nina Zhou Butterfly Turquoise Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
The Nina Zhou Butterfly Turquoise Diamond Cocktail Ring is a radiant celebration of freedom, beauty, and good fortune. Inspired by the enchanting grace of butterflies, this ring capt...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Caelmare】Azure Clover - Baby Akoya Pearl Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A radiant centerpiece of the Azure Clover collection, this pendant necklace blossoms with refined beauty and joyful symmetry. Four luminous Baby Akoya pearls form the heart of the de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Black Pearl Necklace Amethyst Blue Lace Agate Labradorite Turquoise Beads
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long Black Pearl Necklace with a few contrasting Amethyst and Blue Lace Agate Beads and with small Grey Rainbow shimmering labradorite and mi...
Category
2010s American Romantic Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Black Pearl, Labradorite, Agate, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Ame...
Antique 15K Yellow Gold Demosthenes & the 3 Ages of Life Turquoise Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable turquoise and gold brooch from the 19th century. This exquisite piece is crafted in 15k yellow gold, featuring a captivating arr...
Category
19th Century Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Meghna Jewels Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14-karat gold, these beautiful stud earrings are set with 5.25 carats turquoise and .46 carats of sparkling diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
3.50 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.50 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Suggested Replacement Value $4,400.00
Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 3.10 Carats
Turquoi...
Category
2010s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant. Charming articulated drop with rows of tiny Persian turquoises and faux seed pearls. Patinaed si...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Victorian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Genuine Turquoise and Sterling Silver Y Designer Statement Drop Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Stylish Show Stopper Genuine Turquoise and Sterling Silver Y Designer Necklace. Suspending Multi-Shaped Turquoise Beads and Sterling Silver Chain. Approx. length: 2...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Three Leaf Clover Coral Turquoise Gold Brooch, Italy
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Wonderful chunky brooch in the shape of a three leaf clover made out of 14k gold, button coral and turquoise.
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Pomegranate Enamel Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These exquisite, one-of-a- kind earrings are so eye-catching with their rich colors and elegant shape! Bright round turquoise from the Sleeping Beauty mine, famous for its "Robin's E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Cabochon Ruby Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
18K yellow gold brooch with 2 turquoises and 8 cabochon rubies 37.96 carats
Category
1950s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamonds Turquoise White Gold 18 Karat Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
Splendid brooch designed first and then handcrafted by expert artisans in the sector, made of 18 karat white gold and set with natural diamonds and turquoise pieces.
For lovers of th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise, Onyx, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic earrings in platinum structure mounted with a topaz in the upper part. In the middle, structures studded with diamonds and linked to two onyx. As pendant, a topaz and a dro...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Turquoise Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 9 grams.
Totally is diamond 1 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vvs clarity.
Ring size is US 6.5
We can make any size.
Acid tested to be 18k...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Gold Medallion Brooch with Turquoise Accent
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A classic accent for a scarf or pashmina. In a petite oval shape measuring 1-1/4 x 7/8 inches, the fourteen karat 14K yellow gold brooch has well defined dimensional details with one...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dragon Snake Turquoise Diamond Emerald Platinum Gold Serpenti Tubogas Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Dragon Snake Turquoise Diamond Onyx Emerald Platinum White Gold 18K Steel Serpenti Tubogas Bracelet.
Snake-head:
Height: 3.50 centimeters.
W...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Anglo-Indian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Steel...
Vintage Tear Drop Turquoise Gold Wire Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Tear Drop Turquoise Gold Wire Earrings. Featuring 2 Turquoise Gemstones, weighing approx. 40tcw. Finely detailed 14K Gold mounting. Approx. 2.0” l x 0.50” w. These ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Diamonds Topazes Rose Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Wonderful pendant in 9 kt pink gold and silver with a turquoise paste center of 3.6 g enriched with diamonds of ct 0.51 and topazes of 0.71 ct. Total weight 18.6
Turquoise g...
Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Silver
A beautiful cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold comprised of natural caboch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautiful cocktail ring crafted in 18K yellow gold comprised of natural cabochon turquoise as well as approximately 1.92cttw in F-H color Vs1-2 clarity round diamonds prong set thr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Antique Georgian 15 Karat Gold Turquoise Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pristine pair of antique Georgian 15k yellow gold turquoise hollow form gold earrings, circa 1840. These long pendant earrings are very light on the ear, and have their original fr...
Category
1840s Unknown Georgian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Gold Necklace With Turquoise and Diamond and Enamel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow and white gold floral necklace set with oval and round cabochon cut turquoises and dark blue translucent enamel leaves alternated an element with two brilliant cut...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Turquoise Ceramic Borders Ring in White Gold with Rose Cut Diamond Flower Petals
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.87g,
Diamond:1.99ct
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate Turquoise and Diamond Ballerina Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
This retro pendant necklace features a large oval turquoise encircled by a halo of approximately 7.50 carats of baguette diamonds to create a classic ballerina design, inspired by th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Zuni Hummingbird Squash Blossom
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Zuni Indian sterling silver and inlaid stone squash blossom necklace comprising of eight hummingbirds and matching naja on double sterli...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Turquoise Onix Diamonds Rubies Enamel Gold Trapeze Shape Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tops are 2 round black onix buttons of 10 mm in diameter,middle parts in white gold,diamonds and black enamel,bottom parts are 2 trapeze shape Genuine Turquoises
Length 50 mm
Width 1...
Category
1930s Thai Art Deco Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Jon McCray Sterling Silver and Natural Turquoise Oversize Oval Cuff Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Huge sterling silver and natural turquoise cuff bracelet with exquisite fine details. Handmade by Native American artist Jon McCray.
Bracelet...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise Ring Gold Sleeping Beauty St Valentine's Gift Mens Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Turquoise 14k yellow gold ring
turquoise origin - Kazakhstan
gemstone measurements - 0.12 х 0.63 х 0.71 in / 3 х 16 х 18 mm
weight of the stone - 6.40 carats
weight of the ring - 5....
Category
2010s French Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Adolfo Courrier Pave Turquoise Diamond Stacking Ring 18 Karat Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant Adolfo Courrier stacking ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold.
One estimated 0.05 carat turquoise, accented with 36 estimated 0.01 carat round brilliant cut diamonds totali...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Beaded Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
18 karat white gold beaded necklace. Handmade by our artisans assembled with turquoise beaded,onyx and diamonds.
Necklace total weight 56.60 grams
Diamonds weight 1.50 karat
Turquoi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
18-kt natural diamond and turquoise hoop earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of natural 3.27 carat turquoise and 0.99 carat diamonds hoop earrings set in 18-kt yellow gold.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Turquoise Gemstone Earrings SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 6.15 carats turquoise gemstone and 1.78 carats of sparkling diamonds.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3 Stone Marquise and Trillion Turquoise Gold Navette Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage 3 Stone Turquoise Gold Navette Ring. Hand set with Marquise and Trillion Turquoise, weighing approx. 4tcw. Finely Hand-crafted 14K White Gold mounting. Ring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft 14 Karat Yellow Gold Turqouise and Diamonds Stud 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
These stunning earrings in 18-karat white gold are a true tribute to elegance and natural charm, embellished with natural turquoise from Arizona and surrounded by sparkling diamonds....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
YI Collection Turquoise Dot Chain Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Turquoise has reached rock star status in the world of healing stones. Its dazzling blue-green shade made an appearance in ancient Egypt around 6000 BCE where it was incorporated...
Category
2010s Thai Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Vintage Natural Marquise Sleeping Beauty Ring Turquoise With Diamonds, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Natural Marquise Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring Set with Diamonds, Platinum 15 Gm
Approximately 8 Ct of Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and 8 Ct of Diamonds
Round and Baguettes...
Category
2010s Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Marlo Laz 14K Gold Turquoise Porte Bonheur Lucky Coin Charm Pendant Necklace
By Marlo Laz
Located in New York, NY
Luck is the best form of currency! French for “Lucky Charm”, or "I bring good luck" and "happiness", our Marlo Laz Porte Bonheur coin charm pendant necklace serves as a precious tali...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Goshwara Oval Amethyst with Turquoise Enamel and Lever Back Earrings
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
These unique earrings are a Faceted Oval Amethyst, with Turquoise Enamel border and Lever back. From our ‘Queen’ Collection, it was inspired by royalty, but with a modern twist. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel
Meghna Jewels 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Sapphire Ear Jacket Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14K gold, these beautiful ear jackets are hand set in 5.06 carats turquoise and .93 carats of sapphire. Can we worn alone as studs.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Italian 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Italian 18K yellow gold and Turquoise cocktail ring. It depicts an elongated oblong shaped cabochon Turquoise stone mounted in gold bezel setting and surrounded by a gold ...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Solid Yellow Gold Coral and Turquoise Eternity Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Coral Turquoise Eternity Band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partne...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Roman Malakov 12.90 Carat Oval Cabochon Turquoise & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent cocktail ring, showcasing a 12.90 carats oval cabochon blue turquoise from the sleeping beauty turquoise mine (one of the most well-known producers of turquoise in the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold La Vallette Turquoise Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The natural radiance of turquoise is the spotlight of this diamond-accented La Vallette ring. Carved in a cushion, the prized color of turquoise is displayed. Sleeping Beauty Turquoi...
Category
2010s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Persian Turquoise and Pearl and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine, feminine, 18 kt bangle bracelet sets a Persian turquoise daisy with a natural pearl directly center bringing you warm thoughts of summer ...
Category
Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Turquoise, Ruby, and Diamond Cluster Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite and statement turquoise, ruby, and diamond ring.
Center Arizona turquoise surrounded by 4.20ct of round rubies heat and 0.60ct of round brilliant diamonds. 4.80ct total ge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Maz Yellow Gold Turquoise Turbo Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 14k yellow gold shell earrings by Maz, with turquoise cabochons.
Earrings measure 31mm x 23mm.
Marked MAZ 14k.
Weight - 17.7 grams.
Category
20th Century American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Gia Certified Natural Turquoise Cabochon Earrings with Yellow Diamonds, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of GIA Certified Natural Turquoise Cabochon Earrings with Yellow Diamonds, made in 18 karat yellow gold. The total weight of the...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Marina J Woven Turquoise beads Sautoir with Pearls and tassel & 14K Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique lace-like woven turquoise necklace with pearls and 14k yellow gold is perfect to enhance any outfit with the vivid and bold colors. Elegant and comfortable, this piece was handwoven by Marina J, creating a style that sits comfortably and lightly on the body. The necklace measures 35 inches in length and it is highlighted with a 14 k yellow gold, hammered ring, and seed pearl and turquoise...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18.02ct rainbow Moonstones and 1.40ct lagoon Tourmaline earrings.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18.02 carats of soothing rainbow Moonstones are paired with 1.40 carats of lagoon Tourmalines, and 0.28 carats of white diamonds in 18K white gold earrings.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Moonstone, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Silver Turquoise Cabochon Bracelet with Native American Austria
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Extravagant and highly unusual Austrian Art Deco hinged silver bracelet fully hallmarked with Austrian silver marks, maker's initials KT and letter P.
Three panels show finely modell...
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Coral Turquoise Jade Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Milan, IT
Coral Turquoise Jade Amethyst Necklace with 2 old Japanies Ojime very rare pieces length 45 cm.
Yellow Gold 4,60 Gr.
All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and...
Category
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Coral, Jade, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold and Gem Set Perfume Bottle
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Perfume, measuring 2 3/8 inches in height 7/16 inch in diameter and weighing 21 Grams. Having hand engraved Flowers and the top set wit...
Category
1950s American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k 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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