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Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Gemstone: Turquoise
Steven Battelle 12.4 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two flawless 8 x 23 mm pear shaped cabochons of bright Arizona Sleeping Beauty Mine turquoise are set in 18K gold bezels suspended below geometrically granulated artisanally crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage Sterling Silver Green Turquoise Cuff
Located in Houston, TX
This vintage sterling silver cuff features a large green turquoise stone accented by a scalloped detail. It is such a great statement piec...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Victorian 11.18 Cttw. Turquoise, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Step into the enchanting world of Victorian elegance with our 11.18 Cttw. Turquoise, Blue Sapphire, and Diamond Stud Earrings. These ea...
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2010s Victorian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Ball 18K Yellow Gold Wire Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The warm shade of gold complements the cool tone of turquoise. 18k yellow gold french hooks with knotted detailing secure gold loops sheltering an orb of turquoise. The gem is polish...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Turquoise Diamond earrings Royal Omega earrings 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tourquise Diamond earrings Omega 14KT white gold, so pretty and so comfortable on ears. The earrings are half an inch in length and are so bright! Natural diamonds totalling 0.90 car...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Evil Eye Turquoise Lapis Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, this evil eye pendant necklace is hand set with 11.11 Turquoise, 4.73 carats Lapis and .27 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Turquoise Drop Earrings / Natural Pearl / Diamonds 18k Italy Yellow Gold
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order 18k Yellow gold earrings with 11.2 Cts Excellent Quality Natural TURQUOIS teardrop Shape and natural diamonds 0.14 cts G VS, Natural Akoya white pearl Italian jewelry m...
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2010s Italian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sterling Silver Stone Cuff
Located in Houston, TX
This dainty vintage sterling silver cuff features seven bezel set stones including hematite, turquoise, tiger's eye, gaspeite, and carneli...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Ladies Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Multi Color Turquoise Oval Shaped Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 6 Head measurements: 20.00mm x 16.90mm Weight: 6.86 grams Ladies 18K yellow gold turquoise vintage cocktail ring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Turquoise Yellow Gold Cocktail "Snake" Ring
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 Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Turquoise & Black Diamond Feather - Arrow 3/4 Cuff Bracelet Oxidized Silver
Located in Sydney, NSW
The Turquoise & Black Diamond Feather & ArrowOxidized Sterling Silver 3/4 Cuff Bracelet - Oxidized Sterling Silver Approx 25gms - 44 x Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Approx 0.30ct ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Black Diamond, Turquoise, Silver

N. Lee Double Turquoise Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This vintage sterling silver ring features two natural turquoise stones set vertically accented by braiding details set on a double shank. The ring measures approximately 1.75" x .75...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

7.48ct Oval Shaped Turquoise Ring With Blue Sapphire & Diamonds In 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.200g,D:0.52ct,SI:5.720g, Sapp:1.50ct,Turq:7.48ct, Size: US-7
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Turquoise and Peridot Earrings in 14K yellow Gold, by SERAFINO
Located in Montréal, Québec
We make these colorful earrings in 14k yellow gold set with rectangular turquoise batons and peridot teardrops. The the total length of the earrings is 48mm (1 7/8"). These earring...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Peridot, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Turquoise Solitaire Ring - 9k Oval Cabochon Scrollwork
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $45 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 9k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Oval Caboch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural pave diamond Turquoise oxidized sterling silver hinged bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
This elegant, hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 2.80cts Diamond type: Pave diamonds Diamond color: White Diamond Certificate- Certified Natural Metal: Silver Metal Purity: Sterli...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Turquoise & Coral Ring With Pave Diamonds Made In 18k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.080g,D:0.51ct,SI:4.259g, Cora:1.30ct,Turq:7.05ct, Size: US-7
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Turquoise Necklace In 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.50 Carat Turquoise 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Stamped: 14K Total Necklace Weight: 1.4 Grams Length: 16 Inches Turquoise Weight: 1.50 Carat (6.50x6.50 Millimeters) Face Measures: 8.2...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ippolita Colorful Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold Turquoise Blue Lapis And Carnelian
Located in Miami, FL
Colorful cocktail ring designed by Ippolita. Beautiful everyday cocktail ring, created by Ippolita. This contemporary domed ring has been crafted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modernist Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Coral Turquoise 3/4" x 1" 3/4" Earrings E. Etsitty
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Navajo ~ Sterling Silver .925 ~ Coral and Sleeping Beauty Turquoise approx. 3/4" x 1 3/4 " Earrings ~ signed by E. Etsitty TURQUOISE , a blend of the color blue and the color green,...
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Early 2000s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Coral, Sterling Silver

SCAVIA Turquoise Spheres Tanzanite Beads Pearls Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the EGIZIA Turquoise and Tanzanite Necklace, an exquisite piece crafted in 18K white gold, designed to evoke the splendor of ancient seas and the allure of precious gemst...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Turquoise Diamond Marquise Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This Claw necklace is cast in 18K gold & sterling silver. It is hand set in 7.54 carats turquoise and .71 carat of pave diamond arches. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver .925 Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 1/2" x 2 1/4" Dangle Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Navajo Artist Billy Long Sterling Silver .925 Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Dangle Earrings Approximately 1/2" x 2 1/4" TURQUOISE , a blend of the color blue and the color green, has...
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Early 2000s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Diamonds Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic ring made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural diamonds surrounding it on yellow gold and natural oval cut turquoise in the center,and lapis lazuli around, entirely handma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Sterling Silver .925 Kingman Turquoise Repousse Cross 1" x 2" dangle Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Sterling Silver .925 Kingman Turquoise Repousse Cross 1" x 2" dangle Earrings THEORY OF GIVING: Silver has been important to mankind since before the Bible was written. It was used ...
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Early 2000s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Whisper Chain Bracelet in Turquoise
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Delicate 18K yellow gold chain encircles the wrist like strands of sunlight, punctuated at intervals by round Turquoise beads of a perfect robin’s egg blue. The links of the meticulo...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Upcycled turquoise in 14k gold, and 18k gold rolo chain front to back earrings
Located in Seattle, WA
This lovely earring set is part two of an amazing upcycle project by Mary Elizabeth of Glitter and Gold Studio (find the matching bracelet in another Glitter and Gold listing!). Th...
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2010s North American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier, ‘Délices de Goa' turquoises and amethysts necklace
Located in Malmö, SE
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

Materials

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

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Crystal Opal Earrings in 14K Solid White Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
I put this popular Renate exclusive must-have earrings in Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Ethiopian Crystal Opal, and South Sea Baroque Pearl materials. Outstanding enough to make you jea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier ‘Délices de Goa’ pendant decorated with turquoises, amethysts & diamonds
Located in Malmö, SE
Cartier ‘Délices de Goa' pendant decorated with turquoises and amethysts three of which are enriched with brilliant cut diamonds. The Cartier's...
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Early 2000s French Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Rossella Ugolini Cat & Mouse 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise drops Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Cat and Mouse earrings a playful dance in 18K yellow gold. These whimsical beauties tell a charming tale with their mischievous details...
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2010s Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 8.65 carats Turquoise, Blue Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and unique, Turquoise & Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Turquoise is 8.65 carats. The Blue Sapphires weight is 2.75 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Natural Oval Turquoise Starburst Earrings Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Indulge in the celestial allure of these Natural Oval Turquoise Starburst Earrings, where the timeless elegance of turquoise meets the radiant sparkle of diamonds, all embraced withi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Persian Vintage Turquoise & Diamond Earrings Set In 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Persian vintage turquoise earrings in 18 Karat gold and diamonds. Perfect summer beach day or night accessory. Pink 18 K gold. Cog...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

7.83 Carat Turquoise Stud Earrings in 18Karat Rose Gold with Multi Stone.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Turquoise is natural wonder that come and will bring a ray of sunshine into your life! These Turquoise stud with pink tourmaline and London blue topaz in octagon shape that surround ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Blue Topaz, Turquoise, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold,...

Natural Oval Turquoise Starburst Earrings Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Step into a world of celestial elegance with these Natural Oval Turquoise Starburst Earrings, accented with diamonds and meticulously crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Each earring is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Carnelian , Turquoise and Gold Bead Flapper Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
A unique long flapper type necklace which is composed of various size and shapes of carnelian beads , various turquoise beads the big ones being Tibetan turquoise along with natural...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Round Turquoise and 18 karat Gold Wax Beads Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This very striking and elegant necklace was put together in our Jerusalem workshop , 14 mm round Chinese Turquoise of superior quality enhanced by 9 mm round 18 karat Gold wax bead...
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2010s Asian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 12.6 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A large 13 x 22 mm oval cabochon of bright Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine turquoise is set in handmade "4 point with multi-spiral" 18k gold setting with additional spiral ornamentation...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Chopard Turquoise 18K White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
This captivating Chopard Turquoise necklace is a statement-making piece that will continually capture your imagination. Suspended from a 15 blue cord...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold

Amethyst, turquoise and black pearl necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Long very smart single strand sautoir of multi cut faceted beautiful rich colored amethysts accented with brilliantly colored turquoise beads flanked with pear shaped black cultured ...
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2010s American Byzantine Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise

Dimos 18k Gold Turquoise Granulations Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold set with a natural turquoise and granulations. A simple and clean piece completely handmade that can be worn 24 /7
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2010s Greek Byzantine Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Kingman Turquoise 1" x 2" Triangular Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Kingman Turquoise 1" x 2" Triangular French Hook Earrings TURQUOISE , a blend of the color blue and the color green, has some of the same cool and calmin...
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Early 2000s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

AJD 18 Inch Graduated Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Tablets and Amethyst Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
18-inch unique Sleeping Beauty turquoise tablets accented with amethyst necklace. This one-of-a-kind necklace features graduated flat Sleeping Beauty turquoise tablets, 38x29- 21x17...
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2010s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Carnelian Green Agate Beetles Cufflinks
Located in Milano, IT
These cufflinks are created with fours hand-carved beetles, one in one in carnelian, one in lapis lazuli and one in green agate. The mounting is in 18 karat yellow gold. It is also...
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2010s Italian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Agate, Gold, 18k Gol...

Emerald Turquoise Gemstone Hoop Earrings Baguette Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Elevate your style with the mesmerizing beauty of these Emerald Turquoise Gemstone Hoop Earrings, adorned with Baguette Diamonds and crafted in luxurious 14 Karat Yellow Gold. These ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Carved Turquoise Amethyst Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these earrings we have the upper part consisting of 2 round amethyst buttons, then 2 oval faceted amethyst ,2 small diamonds and 2 engraved turquoise round drops measuring 12x 4...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White 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.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Moonstone, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Onyx Turquoise Diamonds Coral 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 karat white gold pendant necklace. Handmade by our artisans assembled with diamonds,barrels onyx and turquoise,coral bead and turquoise horn Pendant necklace total weight...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

14K Rose Gold Alternate Diamond & Turquoise Bezel Bypass Ring Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K gold this ring features a clean and contemporary design. This modern and stylish open bypass alternating ring is set with mesmerizing round-cut diamonds and genuine tu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold

Fancy Shape Pear Round Brilliant Cut Chandelier 18K White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Fairfax, VA
Fancy Shape Pear Round Brilliant Cut Chandelier 18K White Gold Drop Earrings 16.76 Grams 18K White Gold Pear Shape & Round Shape Brilliant Cuts FG/VS-SI Quality Grades 13 Carat Total...
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2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise And White Wood Drop Earrings
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant and modern this pair of earrings is made in 18 carat yellow gold, embellished by pear shape drop cabochon in turquoise and pendant in white maple, totally hands carved these ...
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2010s Italian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Blue Sapphire Cabochons Octagon Shape Turquoise 14 Kt Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these simple and chic earrings we have 2 Octagon Shape Natural Turquoise measuring 16 x 18 mm.,suspended from 2 nice Blue Sapphire oval cabochons size 10 x 11 mm for a total we...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Gold Green Enamel Natural Turquoise Plain Drop Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2 elements in 14 kt. white gold, 16 round full cut diamonds and Green Enamel,,in the lower parts we have 2 Natural Turquoise Pl...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Chevron Ring Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the ring is fashioned in luxurious 18 Karat Yellow Gold, adding a warm and radiant glow to the design. The yellow gold setting provide...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Turquoise Diamonds Golden Sphere Bells Motif Two Tone Gold Huggie Earrings
Located in Fairfax, VA
Very Beautiful, Unique, High-End Craftmanship with a polished finish. A versatile high-luxury fine set of earrings that can be worn with any outfit. 18K Yellow Gold & 18K White Gold ...
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2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Vintage Alhambra Single Motif Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Style: Motif Pendant Necklace Metal Type: White Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stone: RARE Turqouise Pendant Size : Med...
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2010s French Retro Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k 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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