Turquoise Jewelry
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Gemstone: Turquoise
Native American Turquoise Solitaire Ring - Sterling Silver 925 Feather Size 3
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 3
Native American
Metal Content: Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Blue
Style: Solitaire
Theme: Feather
Features: Sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
18k White Gold 1.07ctw Diamond & Flower Turquoise 14.1mm Wide Bombe Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(6) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Flower Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Turquoise Color
Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G-I Color - VS2-S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
These classic 14-karat yellow gold earrings exude timeless elegance with their simple yet stunning design. Each earring features a smooth, rounded button of natural Arizona turquoise...
Category
1990s European Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Turquoise Concho Solitaire Pendant Necklace 18" - 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Blue
Style: Solitaire
Chain Style: Box
Necklace Style: Chain
Fastening Type...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
18k solid gold Fish pendant - Venetian Etruscan - 1960's - Cute Italian charm
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this vintage fish charm crafted in 18 ct yellow gold. This lovely charm is hallmarked with a 750 mark and an Italian hallmark from before 1970. It is well detailled and s...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold turquoise and pearl cluster ring from the Victorian era. Sat between a pair of swirling open shoulders are a cluster of round natural pearls with a centra...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Pearl, Garnet, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring Size 8 #17064
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring Size 8
This stunning ring features one cabochon turquoise stone (21 mm x 16 mm) set in classic sterling silver. By Elsa Pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise, Jasper, Black Agate, Pearls, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Natural Coral and turquoise necklace with diamond with 18Kt gold
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent 9.66-carat natural coral and 4.21-carat turquoise necklace set in 18-karat yellow gold with 0.75-carat diamonds. The necklace is featured with coral hearts. round turqu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
60s Turquoise Charm Vintage Etruscan Revival 18k Yellow Gold Triangle Pendant
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage turquoise charm crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1960s).
Three cabochon cut pieces of turquoise measure 10mm x 8mm and 7mm x 5.5mm. The turquoise is in go...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Etruscan Revival Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a 15ct yellow gold turquoise and pearl cluster ring from the mid Victorian era. Turquoise and pearls were often used together in Victorian jewellery as the vibrant blue works...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Turquoise Shell Beaded Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your vintage jewelry collection with the stunning 1950s Turquoise Shell Beaded Necklace. This exquisite choker features a harmonious blend of vibrant blue turquoise, black, a...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Orecchini Pendenti in Oro Giallo 18 Kt, Ametista e Turchese
Located in Cattolica, IT
Un paio di orecchini pendenti dal design anni '60, realizzati a mano da maestri artigiani orafi, caratterizzati da uno splendido ed originale abbinamento di colori, turchese e viola....
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold
1960s Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1960s Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace, a captivating piece that showcases the rich tradition and craftsmanship of Native American artisans. This stunni...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Mauboussin France Natural Turquoise and Diamond 18K Gold Long Necklace
By Mauboussin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Statement Necklace by Mauboussin
18K White Gold & Diamonds
Mauboussin 'Nadja' Turquoise Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace.
The Nadja necklace is designed as two strands of natural tur...
Category
1990s French Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Flower Ring 4.06 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
10 Turquoise = 1.50 Carats
4 Citrines = 0.64 Carats
4 Blue Topazes = 0.44 Carats
4 Peridots = 0.68 Car...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Silver...
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Bow Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming Victorian turquoise and pearl ring. The head of the ring has been crafted into an open bowed shaped ribbon with a turquoise gemstone set at the centre and an ...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Cabochon Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring is a remarkable piece that radiates serenity and luxury, set in 18-karat yellow gold that gleams with a high polish finish. It features a substantial oval cabochon turquois...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Navajo Turquoise Shell Beaded Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1960s Navajo Turquoise Shell Beaded Necklace, a timeless vintage piece that captures the rich tradition and craftsmanship of Navajo jewelry. This beautiful choker fea...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
ANDREW ALVAREZ TURQUOISE CUFF BRACELET STERLING SILVER Native American
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT ANDREW ALVAREZ TURQUOISE STERLING SILVER CUFF BRACELET.
This outstanding vintage cuff is from the celebrated artisan Andrew Alvarez whose work is considered to ...
Category
20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Turquoise Amethyst Diamond Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These vibrant earrings are a celebration of color and elegance. Adorned with 0.41 carats of diamonds, 3.72 carats of round turquoise, and 8.48 carats of oval turquoise, the earrings ...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold Multi Color Gemstone Slide Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
OTHER SLIDE BRACELET DESCRIPTION
Vintage and lively with charm, this Victorian inspired slide bracelet displays a multitude of natural, multi color gemstones. From pearls to diamond...
Category
1980s American Victorian Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue...
Antique Native American Turquoise Silver Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Antique Native American Turquoise Silver Ring, a captivating piece from the 1950s that embodies the rich tradition an...
Category
1950s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Oval Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
An Oval Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. The ring is 7.85 grams. The diamond weight is appx. 0.70 ct. H-I color, VS-SI clarity. The ring size is 5 1/2. Th...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Native American Zuni Turquoise Pendant - Sterling Silver Leaf Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni
Metal Content: Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Greenish Blue
Theme: Leaf
Measurements
Tall (fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1960s Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Experience the charm and craftsmanship of the 1960s with this Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace. This stunning bolo-style necklace features a black chord that highlights...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Sterlé Pierre Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Earring and Brooch Set, French
Located in New York, NY
Sterlé Paris 18 Kt gold suite of Brooch and Earrings with French hallmarks with sapphires and diamonds. Comprising of single and full-cut diamonds totaling approximately 7.45 carats;...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise
Native American Turquoise & Coral Mosaic Peyote Bird Pendant Ster 925 Water Bird
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Cut: Mosaic
Color: Blue
Natural Coral
Cut: Masonic
Color: Oran...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise
King Baby Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
By King Baby
Located in Southampton, PA
Captivating colors and a vintage-inspired sense of style make this cuff bracelet from King Baby a must-have for anyone with a rugged, natural aesthetic. At the center of this bangle’...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
1890 Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Persian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Bypass Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely ring comes from the 1890 Victorian era and is made in 14k yellow gold with both turquoise and seed pearls. This ring is truly special for any lover of turquoise or anyone...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
53.24ctw Carved Aquamarine and Turquoise Long Earrings 14K Gold R3130
Located in Osprey, FL
Make a statement with these long aquamarine and turquoise earrings! An awe-inspiring sight to behold, it's like nature herself inspired their unique carving pattern. Perfect for any ...
Category
2010s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 20 Motif Vintage Alhambra Diamond & Turquoise Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Alhambra 20 Motifs Diamond And Turquoise Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
The Limited Edition Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold 20 Motif Alhambra Diamond Turquoise N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Textured Sputnik Round Ball Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
Numerous Natural Genuine Turquoises - Round Shape - Prong Set - Natural Variation in Color
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 11.70 Grams
Overall Width/Thickness:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Turquoise and Garnet Snake Mourning Hair Bracelet
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 9ct yellow gold mourning bracelet featuring woven hair in the form of a serpent with a gold head and tail featuring eleven turquoise stones and two cabochon garne...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon, Ruby and Diamond Earrings, Part of Set
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Oval Turquoise Cabochon, Ruby and Diamond Earrings made in 18k Gold. The diamonds weigh appx. 0.60 carats and are of G-H color, VS-SI clarity. The length is 1 inch.
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Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Gucci 18k Ouroboros Snake Ring with Turquoise
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Retail price 1.100
Brand Gucci
Metal Purity 18k
Base Metal Yellow Gold
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearls & Turquoise Horseshoe or Crescent Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(11) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Bead Shape - white Color w/ Light Pink Overtone - Fine Luster - 7.5-7.9mm (approx.)
(76) Natural Genuine Turquoises - Round Cabocho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Dangling Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Dangling Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The diamonds estimated weight 2.25 carats, H-I color, VS-SI clarity. The length is 1 3/4 inches.
SKU: 1492-...
Category
20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
LB offers Vintage Sterling Brooches pendant with Turquoise Agates necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning and Unique pendant necklace consisting of two vintage Sterling Silver brooches ( one round floral and one marcasite inlaid ) with a background of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Labradorite, Marcasite, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Art Deco bracelet with pearl and turquoise in 14k tricolor gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the splendor of this exquisite vintage Art Deco bracelet, a true embodiment of beauty and craftsmanship. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this delicate filigre...
Category
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Michael Kanners Turquoise Diamond and Titanium Earrings
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
A bold and striking design, featuring bright blue Sleeping Beauty turquoise, framed with diamonds and mounted in brushed grey titanium. At a full 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches these are def...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Titanium
Tiffany & Co T Diamond & Turquoise Wire Ring with Round Diamonds 18k White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
This bold "T" design features scintillating diamonds and turquoise, a favorite stone of Tiffany designers for over a century. The natural formation of turquoise creates subtle differ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Designer Kabana Inlaid Turquoise and Diamond 14k Gold Band
By Kabana
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A wedding band or stacking ring to be worn with joy and pride, this sleek, sleeping beauty turquoise band is a must have accessory. Created by Kabana, renowned for their fabulous gem...
Category
2010s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Art Deco Style 0.40 Carat White Diamond Turquoise Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 1.27ctw Diamond & Flower Turquoise Cuff Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(12) Natural Genuine Turquoises - Flower Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Turquoise Blue Color
Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds -Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - G-I ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Vintage 18K Cabochon Turquoise European Diamond Navette Cocktail Ring 2.78cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A spectacular ring c. the 1940’s crafted in 18K white gold centered by a marquise cut cabochon of Persian turquoise surrounded by approximately 2.78cttw in H-I color Vs2-Si2 clarity ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Spoke Ring II
Located in New York, NY
This energetic ring features a marbled hand-polished turquoise cabochon surrounded by a fringed or spoked pattern wrought in sterling silver. The setting is ornamented with gold leaf...
Category
2010s Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Native American Vintage Zuni Silver Turquoise Long Fringe Earrings, C. 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Native American Vintage Zuni Sterling Silver and Turquoise Fringe Long Chandelier Earrings c. 1970s
Length and width: 99.4mm x25mm
Weight per earring: 6....
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Turquoise Yellow Gold Drop "Acorn" Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
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We can ship every...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Turquoise Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Natural Turquoise Bracelet.
Elevate your style with our Natural Turquoise Bracelet. Crafted with genuine turquoise stones, it exudes calming energy and timeless elegance. Whether wor...
Category
Late 20th Century Anglo-Indian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Strand of 12mm Kingman Turquoise Beads 27.5" Necklace with 14K clasp
Located in Big Bend, WI
A large strand of American turquoise beads. This is Kingman turquoise from Arizona, which is the last full-time production mine in the US.. The beads have a greenish-blue color with ...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bague ancienne en or 18 carats, diamants et turquoise en forme de coeur
Located in PARIS, FR
Bague ancienne en or 18 carats (750 millièmes) en forme de coeur sertie d'un cabochon de turquoise dans un entourage de petits diamants taille rose.
De la fin du 19ème siècle, elle p...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Turquoise, Aquamarine, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description
Exquisite Sleeping Beauty turquoise necklace accented with 14k yellow gold faceted round beads adorning an easy to use ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Navajo Turquoise Cluster Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Navajo Indian Sleeping Beauty turquoise and sterling silver cluster bracelet. Made in traditional teardrop sunburst style and twisted rope sterling. Stamped Sterling ...
Category
2010s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Snake Ring Turquoise Diamond 7 Large Cocktail Serpent Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Bold and distinct antique Victorian snake ring, crafted in 10 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s).
Turquoise measures 20mm x 15mm. One estimated 0.05 carat old mine cut diamon...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, 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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