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Gemstone: Turquoise
Style: Contemporary
Libertad Bracelet in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Tulum Beach, QR
The Libertad Bracelet is a striking expression of freedom, seamlessly blending ancient aesthetics, mystical Amazonian influences, and modern design. Meticulously crafted in 14k yello...
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2010s Mexican Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Turquoise Hoop Earrings
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
PLEASE NOTE THIS ITEM IS MADE TO ORDER. LEAD PRODUCTION TIME 5-6 WEEKS. New additions to our iconic Nile collection. This new edition features bold shapes and chunky volumes, adorne...
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2010s Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Ilias Lalaounis Gold and Turquoise Drop Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lalaounis creates treasured wearable art. This pair of drop earrings feature beautiful turquoise drops reminiscent of the color of the Aegean Sea. 2 1/4 inches in length.
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

18k Gold Ring with Turquoise Stone and Blue Sapphires, by Gloria Bass
Located in Westmount, CA
Boasting a magnificently large turquoise stone bezel set in an 18k yellow gold setting beside a wave of blue sapphires, this modern styled ring is b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spirit Pond bracelet, by Melanie Yazzie, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, cast, silver
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Spirit Pond bracelet, by Melanie Yazzie, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, cast, silver Cast sterling silver bracelet with Sleeping Beauty cabochon. 5.5" total length. 1" opening for the wr...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver

Generosa Turquoise Ring in 18k White and Yellow Gold, Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Montréal, Québec
The Latin sense of the word Generosa points to a noble spirit: generous, courageous, large-souled. Our GENEROSA rings embody Nature’s generous gifts transformed by the genius of the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Turquoise Coral Diamonds Onix 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
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 Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

A.Jeschel Elegant Turquoise Ganesha pendant necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Elegant Ganesha pendant made in the style of the Ghau box. Lord Ganesha carved from Turquoise seated on a Tibetan gilt thrown. On the backside is carved the mantra, ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Syna Yellow Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Graduating Bead Necklace with Diamond
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 21 inch graduating length Sleeping beauty turquoise 390 carats approx. Diamonds 2.85 carats approx. 18kyg studded roundels 18kyg I-clasp Strung on si...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Turquoise Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 20 cts approx Diamonds 0.08 ct approx Limited edition Chain sold separately Luxuriously crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pink Shell/Turquoise and White Diamond 1.27 Carat TW Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic pink shell and turquoise pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose Gold setting with a heart shape natural turquoise and a heart shape natural pink shell. The c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gemistry 14.97 Cttw. Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Dome Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This Gemistry 18K White Gold ring is dotted with twelve pear and oval-cabochon Turquoise stones in a prong setting. The crevices between the blue beauties are filled with round full-...
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2010s Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral Diamonds Sapphires Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
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 Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.35 Carat VS G Diamonds 18 Carat White Gold Tourquoise Paste Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Buenos Aires collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the chain are in 18 carat w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

93.86 Carat Natural Arizona Turquoise Ganesha Carving Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Our one-of-a-kind hand-carved Ganesha on natural Arizona Turquoise is a truly magnificent piece of art created by our expert lapidary artist in Jaipur. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.23 Carat VS G Diamonds on 18 Carat White Gold Turqouoise Paste Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Pagano collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the chain are in 18 carat white g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Made in Italy Hearts Demi-Parure
Located in Valenza , IT
Handcrafted in Italy, in Margherita Burgener workshop, the toi et moi Hearts ring and matching pair of clip earrings is an elegant set realized in 18Kt whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

0.72 Carat VS G Diamonds on 18 Carat Rose Gold Turqouoise Paste Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Conchetta collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the chain are in 18 carat ros...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Steven Battelle 10.8 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Silver Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A flawless 14 mm pyramid cabochon of Arizona Sleeping Beauty Mine turquoise is held in a signature "4-point" 18K gold bezel with surrounding li...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver

Turquoise Diamond 18KT White Gold Toi et Moi Hearts Made in Italy Ring
Located in Valenza , IT
Handcrafted in Italy, in Margherita Burgener workshop, the toi et moi Hearts ring is an elegant and consistent cocktail ring realized in 18Kt white gold, set with diamonds to highlig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Syna Turquoise Yellow Gold Sugarloaf Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Sleeping beauty turquoise sugarloaf cabochons 4 cts approx Diamonds 0.10 ct approx Limited edition Discover the dazzling beauty of these soft-hued, l...
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Brown Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Berca Natural Turquoise Disk Round Shaped Sterling Silver Cufflinks
Located in Valenza, IT
Chic and Timeless, Natural Hand Inlaid Natural Turquoise Disk Round Shaped Sterling Silver Cufflinks. In our smart fitted Tobacco Suede Leather Case and Pouch.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Gold Earrings with Turquoise Drops and White Sapphires, by Gloria Bass
Located in Westmount, CA
The stunning and vibrant blue of these drop turquoise stones will take your breath away. Nestled in 18k yellow gold, these magnificent earrings are topped only by the white round sap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Turquoise Lemon Citrine Diamond 18k Gold Lariat Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Chinese Spiderweb turquoise is paired with lemon citrine in this elegant lariat necklace. The fine black webbing dramatically contrasts with the b...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Citrine, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold "Persian" Turquoise and e Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Motivated to Sell – Please make a Fair Offer* Specifications: main stone: 11 Persian Turquoise oval DIAMONDS: 40 round diamonds .35pts. color:GH clarity:VS2-SI1 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Water (Turquoise, Sterling Silver Pendant) by Ken Fury
By Ken Fury
Located in Queens, NY
Water is a handmade pendant by Ken Fury, carved and cast in sterling silver with a beautiful turquoise stone. The sculptural design of the pendant symbolizes the fluid and ever-chang...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

14k White Gold Turquoise and Diamond "Evil Eye" Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Carat Weight:APPROX 0.31CT Style:Chain WEIGHT:3GR Base Metal:Gold Diamond Clarity Grade:Slightly Included (SI1) Setting Style:Prong Number of Gemstones:20 Type:Necklace Seconda...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dalben Mixed Natural Stones Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design hand crafted necklace composed of 45 carat mixed natural stones ( Apatite, Aquamarine, Aventurine, Chalcedony, Turquoise, Ziosite ) satin finished and 18 k rose gold in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Ziosite, Aventurine, Aquamarine, Turquoise, Apatite, Chalcedony, Gold, 1...

14k 9.17ct TW Turquoise & Diamond Earrings
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold pair of turquoise and diamond drop earrings with wire hooks. This is Kingman turquoise from Arizona, which is the last full-time production mine in the US. The oval ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

17.57 Carat Round Cut Turquoise Sapphire Black Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
17.57 Carat Round Cut Turquoise Sapphire Black Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Earrings These stunning Earrings have Round Cut Turquoise that weigh 11.08 carats, Yellow Sapphires that weig...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yel...

Syna Cosmic Star Studs with Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Sleeping beauty turquoise 4 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Post backs for pierced ears Limited Edition Handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gol...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Turquoise and White Diamond .49 Carat TW Rose Gold Reversible Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic turquoise pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose Gold setting with a heart shape natural turquoise. The turquoise is complimented by natural round white diam...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rosaria Varra Tahitian Pearl and Turquoise Bead Lariat Necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
A lariat style necklace designed by Rosaria Varra featuring alternating Tahitian pearl and turquoise beads. The light grey tahitian pearls are round shape with excellent luster and m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Tourmaline, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Eye Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold With A Diamond, Lapis And Sapphires
Located in Athens, Ekali
Designer: Alexia Gryllaki Dimensions: motif 18x9mm, chain 450mm Weight: approximately 3.8g (inc. chain) Barcode: NEX7008L Eye pendant in 18 karat yellow gold with a 400mm chain, ...
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2010s Greek Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...

Andreoli Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings These earrings feature: - 1.33 Carat Diamond - 15.07 Gram Turquoise - 18.11 Gram 18K Yellow Gold - Made In Italy
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2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Zip Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
The Zip necklaces are one of the greatest designs of High Jewelry ever invented to this day. It is believed that the idea to transform a simple zipper into a jewel had been sparked b...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Mini Oval Bead Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Handwrapped in 18 karat gold*, Faye Kim's Turquoise Mini Oval Bead Necklace can be adjusted to be worn at various lengths, including as a lariat, m...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Baroque South Seas Pearl Turquoise Huggie Dangle Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
Paspaley South Seas pearls are paired with turquoise "huggie" style hoops in these quintessential dangle earrings. The pearls are pure white in color with no blemishes or dull spots...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

15.5 Carat Turquoise Mountain Turquoise & Diamond 18 Karat Solitaire Ring
Located in Naples, FL
15.5 carat Turquoise Mountain (Arizona) Turquoise and accent white diamonds in a brushed, satin 18k yellow gold cocktail ring. Ring is size 6.25 and...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Garland Collection Script Gold Initial Letter Charms with Diamond or Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
Custom designs for the most special family were unveiled to such fanfare that we decided to add this new lettering to our permanent collection of pendants and charms.Each solid gold ...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal...

Garland Collection Script Gold Initial Letter Charms with Diamond or Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
Custom designs for the most special family were unveiled to such fanfare that we decided to add this new lettering to our permanent collection of pendants and charms.Each solid gold ...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal...

Garland Collection Script Gold Initial Letter Charms with Diamond or Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
Custom designs for the most special family were unveiled to such fanfare that we decided to add this new lettering to our permanent collection of pendants and charms.Each solid gold ...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamon...

1.07 Carat Faceted Iolite 0.70 Carat VS G Diamonds Turquoise Paste Ring
Located in Milano, MI
18 carat withe gold ring with turquoise paste petals and pear shape faceted iolite stone Carat. 1,07 surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds with a Total...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Iolite, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tree Spirit (Manassa Turquoise, Sterling Silver Pendant) by Ken Fury
By Ken Fury
Located in Queens, NY
Tree Spirit is a stunning pendant handcrafted by Ken Fury in sterling silver, featuring a beautiful Manassa Turquoise stone. The pendant's intricate design...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Turquoises 18 Carats Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Long yellow frosted gold necklace with alternating turquoise, gold balls and rectangles. Length: 82 cm (32 inches) Number of turquoise stones: 17 Number of gold balls: 18 Number...
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2010s French Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.46 Carat Turquoise Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Natural Oval Cut Turquoise is 6.48 Carats and is surrounded by a cluster of beautifully set diamonds and sapphires. There are 16 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.19 Carats and 16 ...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Goshwara Turquoise Drop and Flower with Diamonds Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise Drop and Flower Earrings with Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'G-One' Collection. Our G-One Collection undeniably carries the most special pieces of Goshwara. The sought-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Goshwara Amethyst Emerald Cut in a Bezel Setting Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a unique combination of Amethyst and Turquoise enamel. If you want to make a statement this is the perfect ring to do it! *A 10 x 15 mm Amethyst Emerald cut ring in a bezel setting...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold

AJD Chunky Large Polished Turquoise and Carnelian Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These enormous polished chunks of Turquoise are enhanced with highly polished orange Carnelians to complete this fascinating 21 1/2 inch long necklace. The largest Turquoise is 36mm...
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2010s Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful earring umbrella of 18 Karat yellow gold and studded with natural white brilliants with two natural turquoise. The artist who created this earring indulged himself in reproducing two umbrellas using...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Turquoise Lariat Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Turquoise 14 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. 24 inch, adjustable lariat Limited edition Exquisitely crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, thi...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Traveling Dream (Baja Turquoise, Sterling Silver Ring)
By Ken Fury
Located in Queens, NY
Traveling Dream is an exceptional handmade ring by Ken Fury, crafted from sterling silver and adorned with a mesmerizing Baja turquoise stone sourced from California. The unique desi...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Gold, 11 Diamonds 0.22 Carat, Turquoise Cabochon Cut, Cocktail Ring
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
ORA Collection. Inspired by the concept of time, Anna Maccieri Rossi's 'ORA Ring' features a circular silhouette with turquoise cabochon at center. The hours of the day are marked b...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Two Rivers (Turquoise Pendant) by Ken Fury
By Ken Fury
Located in Queens, NY
Two Rivers is a striking piece of jewelry handcrafted by Ken Fury in sterling silver and featuring a beautiful Pilot Mountain-Royston Turquoise stone f...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Jades, Turquoises and Emeralds Black Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Vannes, FR
Let yourself be enchanted by the splendor of black gold chandelier earrings, adorned with jades, turquoise and emeralds. These exquisite jewels, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Syna Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 36 inches long Sleeping beauty turquoise Handwired 18kyg lobster lock with 10mm mogul medallian Limited edition Exquisitely crafted in 18 karat yello...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Turquoise Pearl Triple Strand Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Triple tier minimum 16" length to 20" length total 12mm raw turquoise beads 12mm freshwater pearl beads Silver PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY IN AN...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ball 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The prized beauty of turquoise embodies this necklace. Larger and smaller spheres of the Caribbean blue hued gem alternate in a pattern, while showcasing subtle variations in color. ...
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2010s American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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