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Gemstone: Turquoise
Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Repousse Turquoise Pear Shaped 1 1/2" x 3" Earrings
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Navajo Sterling Silver .925 Repousse with 4mm Round Green Turquoise Set in Pear-Shaped Dangle Earrings Approximately 1.5" x 3" Matt background, THEORY OF GIVING: Silver has been i...
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Early 2000s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Signet Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K yellow gold and Turquoise ring. It depicts an oval shaped cabochon Turquoise stone mounted in gold bezel setting. The Turquoise’s width and length is 0.4 and 0.5 inche...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Happy Hearts Pearl And Turquoise Earrings
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
These glamorous Happy Hearts earrings by Vintouch Jewels are handcrafted in Italy, featuring lustrous heart-shaped mother of pearl enriched by deep blue drop-shaped genuine turquoise...
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2010s European Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil

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

Rainbow Earrings Turquoise Opals Diamonds 5.15 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Turquoise = 1.65 Carats 8 Opals = 2.20 Carats 152 Diamonds = 1.30 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Dime...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Steven Battelle 16.0 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A large oval 17 x 25 mm flawless cabochon of Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine turquoise is set in this wonderful "heart and jawan" artisanally crafted ring design. The delicate wirework...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Cabochon Cut Turquoise Yellow Gold Bracelet
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 Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Fred Leighton Earrings Turquoise Diamond Platinum
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and feminine pair of earrings created by Fred Leighton. Made of platinum, Persian turquoise and set with twenty-four rose cut diamonds (G-H color, VS clarity, 1.20 carats app...
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1980s American Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Byzantine Granulation Ring with Cabochon Turquoise & Diamonds 22kt Yellow Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine Granulation ring handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a Cabochon Turquoise center and two brilliant cut diamonds. The double base of th...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Gold

Natural Oval 6 ct Turquoise Minimalist Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Studs create a subtle beauty while showcasing the colors of the natural precious gemstones. These minimal ear studs will effortlessly make you stand out...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

GIA Natural Turquoise Diamond Platinum Large Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Light Blue Turquoise & Diamond ballerina style sparkly ring, Crafted in solid Platinum, the center is adorned by a GIA certified Natural Bluish Green turquoise with im...
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1980s Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Asch Grossbardt Colored Stone Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Asch Grossbardt combines turquoise, coral, malachite, lapis, mother of pearl, black onyx and purple sugilite in a playful geometric pattern. 3/4's of a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Vintage Turquoise and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The three stones are set in star settings and are a deep turquoise colour and shimmering white. The ring is modelled in 15ct gold and is made in Birmingham, England. Ring Size: P or...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Pearl, Gold

Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in Valenza , IT
Handcrafted in Margherita Burgener workshop, Valenza, Italy, in 18K white gold, featuring a this layer of natural turquoise of excellent quality and color. The ear clips have colla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

24.15 ct Bezel Set Turquoise Stud Earrings in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Studs create a subtle beauty while showcasing the colors of the natural precious gemstones. Oval cut cabochon turquoise studs in 18K gold. Embrace your look with these stunning pai...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Sapphires Cocktail Ring
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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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Summit Turquoise And Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bold color meets shimmering elegance in this turquoise and diamond pavé ring by David Webb. Make a splash with stunning colorful combination and unexpected material compositions. Eve...
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20th Century American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise, Diamond and Gold Three Strands of Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Very elegant opera necklace: thee stands of white peals closing with a yellow gold clasp which is also the adornment of this piece. It consists of a 27mm long turquoise set in yellow...
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Late 20th Century Italian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Natural Turquoise and marquise Diamonds Ring white gold 18kt
Located in Milano, IT
Very chic 1970's Vintage ring fancing Navette diamonds and Natural Turquoise round Cabochon. The N 12 large Navette cut side diamond altogheter weighting about 2,4 carats G-H color...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Inlaid Sterling silver ring Turqouise - Coral Unisex
Located in Wallkill, NY
Large Open cut work sterling silver ring. Onyx with Turquoise, coral and amethyst. Top of the ring 1.07 in. top to bottom x .50 in. wide Ring measures 10.5. This is out of our massiv...
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1970s American Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Ring Rose Gold with Big Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamonds
Located in Roma, IT
Ring rose gold with big Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and diamonds. Unique piece, due to an extraordinary Sleeping Beauty Turqouise. The Inner Significance of t...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

7.28 Carat Oval Cut Turquoise Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Turquoise Diamond Cabochon Cocktail Ring! The Oval Cut Cabochon Turquoise is 6.63 Carats and has a halo of 18 Round Cut Diamonds weighing 0.65 Carats (Clarity: SI2, Color: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950s Turquoise Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Germany, 1950's. Oval Arizona turquoise in cabochon-cut. Measurements are: 0.95 x 0.55 in ( 24,09 x 14 mm ), Height 0.29 in ( 7,41 mm ). Surrounded by 22 brilliant-cut diamonds with...
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Mid-20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Keshi Pearl 14 Karat Gold Necklace Triple Strand
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Turquoise and Keshi Pearl triple strand Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The natural mined Turquoise are pear shaped and round with wonderful Sleeping Beauty col...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Turquoise Lariat Estate Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Discover the exquisite beauty of David Yurman's Turquoise Lariat Estate Necklace. Boasting 4mm Turquoise beads and a shimmering "Quatre Foil" 18kt yellow gold diamond clasp. This nec...
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2010s Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise

Steven Battelle 7.1 Carats Arizona Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A flawless 12 x 16 mm oval Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine turquoise rests in a medieval-inspired "4 point with wire" handmade 18K gold setting atop a slightly tapered matte-finish 18K ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage 1.25CT Diamond & Turquoise 18K Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18KT yellow gold vintage turquoise ring dates from the 1960s. The center turquoise measures approximately 9.5mm x 8.5mm and is surrounded by approximately 1.25CT round diamonds,...
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1960s Modern Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise and Diamond Earrings Pear shape turquoise earrings set with 34 round cut diamonds Approximate Combined Diamond Weight: 1 carat Approximately Length: 1 inch Back Type: pu...
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20th Century Unknown Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Christian Dior 1962 Blue Cabochon Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Christian Dior 1962 blue turquoise cabochon gold tone brooch and lapis lazuli cabochon stone. Marked on the back and dated. Made in Germany, measures 2 1/2 inches x 1 3/4 inches in e...
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1960s German Art Deco Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gilt Metal

Turquoise, Diamonds & Sapphire X Motif Ring
Located in New York, NY
The polished blue-green beauty of turquoise is enhanced by precious gemstones of diamonds and sapphires for this ring. An oval cabochon turquoise is an apex, held in place by intercr...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Go...

Large Gum Drop Earrings with Cabochon Turquoise and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison Bespoke 18kt Yellow Gold Large GUM DROP™ Earrings with Cabochon Turquoise and four diamonds ~-.50cts A real Statement! The stones are graduated - measuring 5/8" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold,...

Christina Addison Turquoise Flower Stud Earrings with Diamond Center
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison Elegant Turquoise Flower Earring is set in 18kt Yellow Gold with a Diamond Center set in Platinum. The diamond center is approximately 1/50cts in weight. The Earr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christina Addison Rubelite Turquoise Gold Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison 18kt White Gold Turquoise Flower Earring with 12 Pear shaped print set Turquoise surrounding a print set Faceted Rubellite Center. The earrings measure 3/4" diamet...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Cabochon & Diamond Flower Brooch & Earring Set, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Flower Brooch and Earring Set made in 18k bi-color gold. The brooch and pair of earrings have a floral design with oval turquoise ...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style 14K Solid Gold Diamonds 22 Carat Turquoise Pyramid Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Genuine Turquoise Pyramid of 22 carat measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow solid gold mounting,including 70 full c...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Asch Grossbardt Vintage Inlaid Multi-Gem 14 Karat Gold Picasso Portrait Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as cushion-shaped gold forms inlaid with various gemstones throughout Including lapis lazuli, onyx, mother-of-pearl, amethyst, turquoise, and carnelian Depicting a cubist-st...
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1990s Turquoise Jewelry

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Amethyst, Carnelian, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold...

Ladies 14K Rose Gold Triangular Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold Size: 6.5 Head Measurements: 11.70mm x 12.30mm Shank Maximum Width: 1.55mm Weight: 3.33 grams One ladies 14K rose gold, turquoise cock...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Zuni Native American Gan Dancer Pin Pendant, Silver Mosaic Inlay
By Zuni
Located in Milford, DE
Embrace the rich cultural heritage with this meticulously crafted Zuni Native American Gan Dancer pin/pendant. This stunning piece features a traditional Gan Dancer, symbolizing the ...
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Early 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Chinese Export Natural Turquoise Silver Necklace Chrysanthemum Flower
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE ART DECO - VICTORIAN CHINESE EXPORT PENDANT NECKLACE WITH GORGEOUS NATURAL UNTREATED SPIDER WEB TURQUOISE IN A DRAMATIC AND WONDERFUL CHRYSANTHEMUM FLOWER DESIGN I...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Nina Zhou 10ct Turquoise Inside-out Hoop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Nina Zhou's 10ct Turquoise Inside-out Hoop Earrings in 14k yellow gold encapsulate vibrant elegance with a modern twist. Crafted meticulously, these stunning hoops showcase richly hu...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Very Large Turquoise Native American Vintage Silver Bangle Bracelet
Located in Aspen, CO
Dramatic large natural Turquoise and silver vintage bangle bracelet probably Navajo. At a weight of nearly 6 troy ounces and with a "shoreline" of nearly 9.5 inches of bright blue t...
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1950s North American Contemporary Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Nina Zhou Turquoise Diamond Cherry Blossom Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Unveil the enchanting allure of Nina Zhou's Turquoise Diamond Cherry Blossom Earrings, meticulously crafted in sumptuous 18k yellow gold. These...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Nina Zhou 8ct Blue Turquoise Gemstone Cluster Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Discover Nina Zhou's Vintage Style 8.00ct Blue Turquoise Gemstone Cluster Earrings, exquisitely set in 18k yellow gold. Each earring is a testament to timeless design, featuring a me...
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2010s North American Arts and Crafts Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Natural Persian Turquoise Ring Size 6 14k White Gold 6.21 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Persian Turquoise Ring Size 6 14k White Gold 6.21 TCW Certified $4,250 221276 Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls! ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise & Diamond Flower Bouquet Brooch. A bouquet brooch set with 11 turquoise and 35 round diamonds approximately 3.25 cts. Signed: Van Cleef & Arpels and...
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1960s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Locket Brooch Circa 1870
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian turquoise and half-pearl locket brooch featuring a raised domed turquoise cluster with a star-set natural half-pearl. A glass locket to the rear and a fancy wire surround c...
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1870s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 15k Gold

Steven Battelle 3.5 Carats Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18k Gold Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Two outstanding 7 x 10 mm pear shaped Arizona Sleeping Beauty mine cabochons are accented by classic braided wire bezels beneath a matching circular accent above the jump rings. Saf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Alluring Handcrafted 8.5 Ct Turquoise Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
Bracelets are worn to enhance the look. Women love to look good. It is common to see a woman rocking a lovely gold bracelet on her wrist. A gold gemstone bracelet is the ultimate sta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Sapphire & Diamond Earrings A pair of 18 karat gold and platinum earrings set with cabochon turquoises, round cut sapphires, and round cut diamonds Sig...
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1960s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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

12.50 Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
12.50 Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet Total Natural Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 11.90 carats Turquoise Meas...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond & Turquoise Bezel Set Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond and gemstone collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection. These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond & Turquoise Bezel Set Tennis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 1...

Oval Turquoise Earring Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
The details for these gorgeous earrings are listed below: Metal Quality: 14 K Yellow Gold Earring Type: Stud Gemstone: Turquoise Gemstone Measurements: 7.7mm X 5.8 mm Gemstone Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12.30 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
12.30 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $6,500.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 11.00 Carats Turqu...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold

3.60 Carats Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14k Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.60 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $4,500.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 3.20 Carats Turquo...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Circle Hoops, Yellow Silver, Amethyst, Turquoise
Located in Salisbury, CT
The Large Circle Hoops reflect on the inherent beauty of a shape that represents unity, inclusivity and timelessness. Circles have no beginning or end; t...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver

Carved Turquoise Diamond Horse Stud Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. These beautiful stud earrings are set with 13.97 carats hand carved turquoise and .46 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling Turquoise, Amethyst, & Ruby Pendant - 925 Gold Plated Flowers Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver (gold plated) Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Blue & Bluish Green Natural Amethyst Color: Purple Natural Ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Amethyst, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

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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