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Period: 20th Century
Gemstone: Turquoise
Turquoise, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Small Native American Navajo Indian sterling silver and turquoise cross pendant. Featuring thick 3-dimensional arms and body with single sky-blue sleeping beauty stone in center. Bac...
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
14K White Gold Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, Opals Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Transport yourself to the free-spirited vibes of the 1970s with this mesmerizing gypsy-style necklace – a boho dream adorned with opals, turquoise, diamonds, and sapphires. This piec...
Category
20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Turquoise, White Gold
Sterling Silver Natural Kingman Turquoise Nuggets 30" Necklace
By Navajo
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Sterling Silver Natural Kingman Turquoise Nuggets 30" Necklace
Turquoise, a blend of the color blue and the color green, has some of the same cool and calming attributes. The color...
Category
1990s Unknown Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Old Pawn Sterling Silver Multi-Gemstone Cuff Bracelet by Running Bear
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Old pawn silver & multi-gemstone cuff bracelet.
In sterling silver with bezel-set turquoise, lapis, and coral cabochons complete with both embossed and engraved geometric accents.
By the Running Bear...
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20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, Platinum Dangle Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, Platinum
Vintage 14K Gold and Turquoise Purse Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A lovely vintage purse charm pendant created in 14 karat gold and set with turquoise stones. The gold purse is beautifully designed with two oval turquoi...
Category
Late 20th Century European Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Rare 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Enamel Owl Brooch 0.80 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Vintage Rare 14 karat Yellow Gold Ruby Turquoise Enamel Owl Brooch, a stunning and unique piece that exudes timeless charm and sophistication. This exquisite brooch m...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Romantic Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Richard Chavez Lapis Coral Turquoise and Yellow Gold Ring 1997
Located in New York, NY
A lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and 14 karat yellow gold ring, by Richard Chavez, 1997. Signed with maker's mark. Ring size 7.
Chavez (San Felipe Pueblo), goldsmith and lapidary, ...
Category
1990s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful 1950's handmade natural turquoise nugget bracelet with akoya cultured pearls. 5 semi baroque pearls that alternate with 5 natural blue turquoise nuggets. Heavy hand twisted...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Turquoise White Gold 18 Karat Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic earring made entirely by hand by expert master craftsmen. The two oval turquoise are supported by leaves covered with diamonds that intertwine with each other. Made of 18 K...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Brutalist Sterling Silver & Turquoise Nugget Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Brutalist necklace.
Consisting of a heavy, cast sterling silver pendant with a large, polished turquoise nugget pin-set at its center.
And offered with an associ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver .925 Handmade Navajo Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Sleeping BeautyTurquoise Mine Bracelet
Hallmarked F
2 1/2" across inside
1 1/2" opening adjustable
1 1/2" top wide
Turquoise, a blend of the color bl...
Category
1980s American Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Fully Restored Turquoise Enamelled Ball Watch Suspended on a Bow Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
Fully Restored Turquoise Enamelled Ball Watch Suspended on a Bow Brooch
Additional Information:
Fully restored and in perfect working order.
The ball is 26.3cm diameter.
The brooc...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Enamel
Vintage Almond Shape Turquoise Necklace
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Necklace Length: 18″:
Turquoise Pendant Size: 1.15 X 0.86″
Bin Code: N19 /P13
Experience the enchanting allure of this Vintage Almond Shape Turquoise Necklace, a captivating piece...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Mid-Century Bird Cage and Kinetic Bird Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine figural bird cage charm.
In 14k gold.
In the form of a domed birdcage.
The interior set with a moving bird figurine that is suspended from the chain.
With turquoise caboch...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Natural Turquoise And Diamond Statement Earrings 66 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
Turquoise = 64.05 Carats
Diamonds = 2.16 Carats
Cut: Mixed Cut
Earrings Dimensions: 66 x 29 mm
Metal: 18K Gold & S...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Native American Patrick Yellowhorse Sterling Silver Turquoise Baby Spoon #15717
By Navajo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver and turquoise baby spoon by Native American Navajo artisan, Patrick Yellowhorse.
This spoon's arched handle features an oval bezel set turquoise with etched concentr...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Turquoise and Pearl Cluster High Karat Gold 18K+ Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Transport yourself to a bygone era with this enchanting vintage Turquoise and Pearl Cluster Ring. The vibrant turquoise stones create a str...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage Native American Navajo Sterling and Turquoise Bracelet Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Native American Navajo Sterling and Turquoise Bracelet Cuff c.1940s
Hand engraved and hand forged. A wonderful stacking...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mid Century 1960 Modernist Cluster Ring In 14Kt Gold With 25.56 Ctw In Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
Bombe cluster cocktail ring with natural turquoises.
A great statement cocktail ring, created during the late mid-century period, back in the 1960. This ring was designed as a domed...
Category
1950s Italian Modernist Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Round Turquoise Diamond Halo Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural untreated Persian blue Turquoise round cabochon ring circa 1930. Bright shiny high dome Turquoise surrounded by bright sparkly old Europ...
Category
Early 20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1970's Sapphire Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Textured Leaf Brooch Pin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Textured sapphire and turquoise estate brooch fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The leaf brooch features 21 blue sapphire and 16 turquoise gemstones colorful accents. The pin measur...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large 18k White Gold Diamond & Turquoise Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Thank you for viewing these large 18k white gold diamond & turquoise earrings. There are approximately 775 diamonds weighting approximately 6.00 carats. T...
Category
1990s Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Multi-stone cluster ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Multi-stone cluster ring. Set with various coloured stones, some faceted some cabochon, including diamond, sapphire, amethyst, citrine, tourmaline, topaz...
Category
1950s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, T...
Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Turquoise Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 4.9 grams.
Totally weight is diamond about 0.60 carat.
The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Ring size is US 7 (We offer free resiz...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
An 18 Carat Gold and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold and turquoise necklace, consisting of nine rosette shaped ornaments, with cannetille decorations descending in size, each set with six oval cabochon cut turqu...
Category
1950s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14kt White Gold Turquoise 3/4" x 1 1/2" Drop Screw back Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Vintage 14kt White Gold Turquoise 3/4" x 1 1/2" Drop Screw back Earrings
Turquoise, a blend of the color blue and the color green, has some of the same cool and calming attributes. ...
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, White Gold
Santo Domingo Turquoise Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Santo Domingo Indian beaded turquoise necklace. Featuring graduated sized natural Kingman turquoise stones that cascade down the necklace in an interlocking pattern. Stamped sterling silver caps and traditional clasp. Lovely statement piece, great for layering with other silver or turquoise necklaces. Would complement a Southwestern or vintage eclectic...
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Coral Turquoise Mother Of Pearl Small Cuff Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Coral, Turquoise And Mother Of Pearl Inlay Small Cuff Bracelet
Approx: 1/2" x 2 1/8" across side to side
Circum...
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Schumann's Sons Art Nouveau Enamel, Scarab, and Turquoise
Located in Boston, MA
An art nouveau period enameled floral motif bracelet set with ancient scarabs, and cabochons of turquoise. This bracelet features five bezel set green s...
Category
1910s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Enamel
Antique Turquoise Flower Bracelet, 14k
Located in New York, NY
An Antique Turquoise Flower Bracelet made in 14k Yellow Gold with turquoise cabochons. The total weight of the bracelet is 48.45 grams. The ...
Category
Early 20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seaman Schepps 14 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise And Bakelite Cuff Bangle
Located in New York, NY
This Seaman Schepps architectural bracelet from the 1950s is a true testament to the unique design aesthetics of that era. Crafted in 14k yellow gold and featuring elements of bakeli...
Category
20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Turquoise Stock Pin Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pin Brooch
9ct Gold
Circa 1900
Lovely, little Edwardian gold stock pin. Set with two fabulous, bright, blue turquoise stones in yellow gold.
Weight 1.7g
Measures appr...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
14k Gold & Turquoise Piano Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine figural gold piano charm.
In 14k gold.
With a heavy, cast body and a hinged cover that reveals articulated piano keys, bezel-set turquoise cabochons, and applied rope ...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Large Old Pawn Navajo Teepee Design Silver, Turquoise, & Coral Cuff Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Navajo silver cuff bracelet.
With engraved teepee and peyote bird designs.
Set throughout with chip turquoise and coral inlay.
Si...
Category
20th Century Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
Turquoise Diamond Gold Cocktail Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold cocktail earrings, featuring teardrop shaped turquoise in the center, surrounded with approx. 2.80ctw H/SI diamonds. Earrings measure 28...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Native American Zuni Sterling And Turquoise Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Native American Zuni medallion shaped Sterling Silver brooch. The brooch is adorned with an image of a bird with a flower and cacti, inlaid with iridescent materials, and encrusted with turquoise stones to the edge. A pin clasp is on the backside. Unmarked. Circa: the second half of the 20th century. Since the early 19th century the Zuni have been known for making silver and turquoise jewelry, baskets, beadwork, animal fetishes, and pottery, all of very high quality. Weight 26 grams. Vintage and Modern Native American Ethnic Tribal Jewelry...
Category
20th Century Unknown Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Rare Indian Antique Silver Turquoise Necklace from 1958
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Length: 18.75″
Bin Code: A1 / P7
Discover the captivating beauty of this Indian Antique Silver Turquoise Necklace, a true vintage t...
Category
20th Century Indian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Beautiful 1970s Navajo Turquoise and Carnelian Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Greenport, NY
Beautiful 1970s Navajo Turquoise and Carnelian Sterling Silver Ring
Beautiful Navajo Sterling Silver Ring with 2 stones and Leaf Wrapping on Sides...
Category
1970s North American Native American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Signed Navajo Tommy Singer Sterling Silver, Turquoise & Gemstone Beaded Necklace
By Tommy Singer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Native American graduated beaded necklace.
By Tommy Singer.
In sterling silver with barrel-shaped gold & silver beads and various spacers, graduated turquoise heishei...
Category
20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Handmade Brooch Set with Turquoise, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire & Pearl
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
Vintage Handmade Brooch Set With Turquoise, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire & Pearl
Vintage Genuine Handmade Brooch Set With Turquoise, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl, Tanzanite In 18ct Yel...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Turquoise Dangle Earrings With Iolites and Topazes Sterling Silver
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
Gemstones: Turquoise, Iolites, Topazes
Metal: Sterling Silver
Dimensions: 43 x 23 mm
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Iolite, Topaz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Casa Prieto 5.25 Inch Bird of Paradise Brooch Turquoise Mid Century Mexico
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Casa Prieto Mexican Sterling Silver and natural Turquoise Brooch in the form of a magnificent Bird of Paradise with a Heart on a...
Category
20th Century Mexican Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Multi-Strand Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This one-of-a-kind piece will grab attention with any outfit!
6-strand freshwater pearl necklace with turquoise beads. Center has two large turquoise, open circle pieces connected b...
Category
Late 20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Silver
Estate Turquoise Feather Ring Sterling Size 9
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous Southwestern ring is an unsigned beauty.
Measurements:
The face of the ring measures 15/16 of an inch from knuckle to knuckle.
The tu...
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sapphire & Turquoise Gemstone Rooster Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful brooch crafted in 18k yellow gold. The brooch depicts a rooster with fine details seen throughout. Multiple polish textures makes this item feel almost lifelike.
The brooch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Large citrine, lapis scarab and turquoise drop earrings, Iradj Moini, USA, 1990s
By Iradj Moini
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A rich melange of an amethyst cabuchon, large faceted citrines, coral and turquoise beads, topped with a carved lapis lazuli 'scarab' are a beautiful example of the work of Iranian b...
Category
1990s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Amethyst, Gilt Metal
Turquoise, Aquamarine, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Turquoise Yellow Gold Cluster Clip-On Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 13.8 Grams
Stone: Turquoise (4 mm)
Measurements: 21 mm
Hallmark: Cartier 14K
ITEM #: BR-1040-083023-05
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Old Pawn Navajo Sterling Silver .925 30" Turquoise Squash Blossom
By Navajo
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Turquoise Squash blossom.
Measures approximately 30"
10 Blossoms measure approx 1 1/2" x 3/4"
Naja approx: 3" x 3"....
Category
1960s American Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Long 46" Turquoise Necklace Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Link Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage turquoise necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Turquoise beads measure from 2.5mm to 3mm.
The stylish neckla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive Diamond Turquoise Gold 1980s Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Impressive gorgeous 18k gold necklace, circa 1980s. Set with turquoise and a combination of marquise and round cut diamonds - total approximately 7.50ctw H/Si1. Necklace is 17.5" lo...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Cartier Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Earrings. Signed and numbered. Total Weight: 19.90 grams. Length: 1" x 1" Diamonds: F, VS1. Diamonds Appx 3.5 carats.
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
18 kt. Yellow Gold Vintage Tulip Brooch / Pendant With Ruby & Turquoise
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt. Yellow Gold Vintage Tulip Brooch which can also be used as a Pendant With Ruby &Turquoise
Ruby: 6 calibrated square natural rubies
Turquo...
Category
20th Century European Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beaded Turquoise Necklace with Three Crosses
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Nacajo Indian turquoise beaded necklace. Featuring one large sterling wrapped cross pendant attached to beaded chain. Beads are also made of turquois and oblong shape...
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique Turquoise & Black Enamel 1920s Cross Pendant Diamond Centre Stone & Bail
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise & Enamel Cross Pendant
Circa 1920’s
18ct Gold
Set with Fabulous Black Enamel & Turquoise With a Diamond Centre Stone & Diamond B...
Category
Early 20th Century English Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Enamel
David Webb Platinum Turquoise, Diamond And Ruby Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This estate David Webb pendant is a captivating work of art, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship that the designer is renowned for. Made from a luxurious blend of 18K yellow and...
Category
20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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