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Gemstone: Turquoise
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold bracelet set with turquoise - 18 cm long
detailed description:
The bracelet is approximately 18 cm long and 1.4 cm wide, and has a ...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Surrounding the Amethyst Arizona Turquoise gemstones are dazzling diamonds, adding a touch of sparkle and luxury to the design. Each diamond is meticulously chosen for its brilliance...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.40ct Diamond and Turquoise Purse, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A real rare and unique piece, this beautiful Victorian purse is crafted in 15 carat yellow gold. Across the top of the purse a single turquoise is on display flanked by a total of 0...
Category
1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Turquoise Necklace Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and chic blue turquoise stone bead necklace and choker necklace in one. Necklace is shown worn in both lengths. Necklace is beautiful as a standalone piece but also makes...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Arizona Turquoise Pendant Zambian Emerald Necklace Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in IN
The focal point of this stunning necklace is the Arizona turquoise pendant, a gemstone renowned for its striking blue-green color reminiscent of the clear desert skies. Surrounding t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Navajo Juliana Williams Turquoise Sun Wheel Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful vintage sun wheel cuff bracelet by Navajo Native American artist Juliana Williams made of sterling silver and turquoise. The artist uses a clusters of turquoise pieces to ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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...
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gilt Metal
Celestia Turquoise Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace promises to ignite a sense of boldness and uniqueness within you, resonating with your inner power and evoking feelings of confidence and self-assurance. Embrace the un...
Category
2010s Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold
Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Abstract Multi Gem Drop Earrings
By Gale Rothstein
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Signed Gale Rothstein Designer Modernist Long Multi-Gem Turquoise, Onyx and Carnelian Agate Dangle Earrings. 18K Gold plate over brass. Measuri...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Onyx, Turquoise, Gold Plate
Turquoise & Freshwater Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a pair of turquoise and freshwater pearl dangle earrings. We hand wired with unusual leather-polished turquoise and large fres...
Category
2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Natural Turquoise Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Natural Turquoise diamond and white gold earrings.
Total height: approx. 2.50 centimeters.
Total width: approx. 2.50 centimeters.
Total weight: 19.01 grams.
Category
Late 20th Century Anglo-Indian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Cherry Blossom Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Solid Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Cherry Blossom Flower Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Australian Solid Opal Engagement Ring 14K Yellow Gold.
Free Domestic USPS First Class Shipping! Free One Year Limited Warranty! ...
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2010s American Artist Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Turquoise and Freshwater Pearl with Sterling Chain Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nouveau Boutique created this turquoise and freshwater pearl necklace with unusual leather-polished matt finished turquoise (up to 14 x 20 mm) and large freshwater button shaped pearls. A 6.5 inch long heavy block sterling silver chain with a large hook clasp is connected at both ends.
In last photo shows the matching earrings sale...
Category
2010s American Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Exquisite J. Frew 14k Yellow Gold Oval Turquoise Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the captivating beauty of our 14K yellow gold oval turquoise ring. This exquisite piece showcases a mesmerizing turquoise gemstone with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Turquoise & Pearl Drop Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise Pendant
9ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1900
Makers Mark D
Fabulous, Edwardian gold pendant. Beautifully designed with two circles...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
14k gold carved turquoise flower earrings studs.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold carved turquoise flower earrings studs. 4 petal flower earrings. Turquoise 14k gold earrings. Flower gold earrings. Blue flower wedding earrings.
Earring can be worn with f...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold
David Yurman Spiritual Bead turquoise bracelet 8mm
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
David Yurman D.Y.
Turquoise bead bracelet
Onyx width 8mm
Material Sterling Silver 925
Comes with David Yurman pouch
Retail price:$450
Condition New, without tags
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise
Rose gold turquoise band ring
Located in Milano, IT
9K rose gold band ring with a cabochon-cut natural turquoise measuring 16x10 mm./0.629x0.393 and weighing 4.90 ct. The ring is handmade in our workshop in Milan Italy with a setting ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose 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,...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Art Deco Turquoise And Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP
All Gemstones are Natural
Turquoise = 6 Carats
Diamonds = 5.40 Carats
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, ...
Chandelier Earrings in Rose Gold, Turquoise Paste, Jade and Pearls
Located in Cattolica, IT
A jewel of 1960s design.
These earrings are made in three parts.
The upper, button-shaped part is made of jade with a diameter of 12 mm, the middle part is a white freshwater pearl w...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Turquoise Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cabochon turquoise
10 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.70 carat
F-G color
VS clarity
17 round brilliant cut blue sapphires weighing approximately 5 carat
Plati...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum
Natural Turquoise Diamond White Gold Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Natural Turquoise diamond and white gold bracelet.
Total length: approx. 18.70 centimeters.
Total height: approx. 1.30 centimeters up to 2.70 centimeters.
Total weight: 70.37 grams.
Category
Late 20th Century Anglo-Indian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
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...
Category
2010s American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Go...
Sterling Silver Turquoise Dream Catcher Southwestern Pendant - 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Design: Southwestern
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Blue
Theme: Dream Catcher
Measurements
Tall (fr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Boucheron Vintage Bracelet Turquoise Diamond White Gold French Estate Jewelry
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Boucheron vintage bracelet, made of 18k white gold, turquoise, rock crystal and diamond. Turquoise cabochons are shaped in trunca...
Category
1980s French Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Turquoise Diamond Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Natural Turquoise Necklace.
Clasp in diamond and white gold.
Total length: approx. 50.00 centimeters up to approx. 60.00 centimeters.
Total weight: 308.80 grams.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, White Gold
Hubei Turquoise Necklace With Turquoise Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 18 inches (45 cm). The size of the oval-shaped loose beads is approximately 22 x 18 x 12 mm - 10 x 16 x 20 mm.
Turquoise ranges in color from a light sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Handcrafted Sterling silver earrings featuring authentic Kingman Turquoise
Located in Greeneville, TN
Elevate your style with these exquisite, handcrafted earrings featuring authentic Kingman Turquoise and vibrant coral accents. Sterling silver settings showcase the natural beauty of these precious materials. As a unique, handmade piece, these earrings are truly one-of-a-kind.
Rob Sherman's craftsmanship transforms these earrings into heirloom-quality pieces. The subtle western aesthetic makes these earrings a statement piece. Ideal anyone looking to give their wardrobe with a touch of vibrant color and artisanal charm. Embrace a sophisticated combo of old-world cowboy charm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Turquoise & Pearl 9ct Rose Gold Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian locket featuring seed pearls and a single turquoise gemstone set in 9ct rose gold. The heart shaped locket hangs from a new 9ct gold chain. The locket is a gold 'ba...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Rose Gold
Natural Arizona Turquoise Bead Chain Necklace Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEN-51338
Gross Wt. :- 5.09 gm
14k Rose Gold Wt. :- 4.05 gm
Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.25 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I )
Turquoise Bead Wt. :- 4.94 Ct...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Rose Gold, 14k 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Turquoise Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Negligee Necklace
9ct Rose Gold Tested
Circa 1900
This Edwardian negligee-style necklace is a true vintage beauty. The 9ct ro...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Australian Chrysoprase Diamonds Beaded Necklace with Sleeping Beauty Turquoises
Located in GOES, NL
Hand strung sophisticated precious bohemian gemstone necklace in a beautifull mint green color, enriched with playfull details such as;
• Sparkling diamonds (3 diamonds)
• Sparkling...
Category
2010s Oceanic Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Massive Silver and Turquoise Studded Cuff, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century studded silver and turquoise cuff
A huge studded silver and turquoise cuff, made by Nepalese silversmiths in the second half of the 20th century. There are thirty-three...
Category
Late 20th Century Nepalese Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Italian Gold and Turquoise Pendant Necklace and Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful Italian turquoise pendant necklace and brooch in the style luxury jewelry maison, Buccellati.
A beautiful and rare vintage Italian 14-karat yellow gold and blue han...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 14k 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 cara...
Category
20th Century Unknown Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold Minimal C-Hoop Earrings with Bezel Set Turquoise
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
You shall need open hoop earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a luxurious look featuring round cut turquoise.
If you love to gravitate towards unique st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Etruscan Revival Turquoise Cabochon, and Diamond Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This is a gorgeous 14k gold, turquoise, and diamond brooch, made in the Etruscan Revival style of the 1870's. It has a three dimensional dome at its center, which is covered in turqu...
Category
19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Emeralds Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
These stunning earrings are a perfect blend of timeless elegance and captivating charm, expertly crafted from 14-karat yellow gold and 800 millesimal silver. Each earring features a ...
Category
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Modernist Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Basket Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a turquoise cabochon measuring 11.0 mm round
Opaque Robin's egg blue with black matrix throughout
Prong set in a stylized radial wire basket
Flanked by pierced looping sho...
Category
1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Turquoise Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 18k Brushed
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7
Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $60 or Down 1 size for $40
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Turquoise
Treatment: Routinely Enhanced
Color: Bluish Green
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Ring Turquoise Mine Diamond Cluster 14k Yellow Gold Halo 5.75
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian era cluster ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Turquoise cabochon measures 9mm x 7mm, accented with 16 estimated 0.04 carat ol...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
200 Carat Emerald with Sapphire and Turquoise Beaded Necklace in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Drench yourself in an endless sprakling rainbow. This extra long precious necklace can be wrapped around your neck twice. This handmade necklace enriched with the following gemstones...
Category
2010s European Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Bold and Blue: Size 7 Kingman Turquoise Sterling Silver Jewelry (Ring)
Located in Greeneville, TN
Make a statement with this captivating Sterling Silver Ring (Size 7). Featuring a bold Kingman turquoise gemstone, this ring is a true celebration of color and Southwestern style.
E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold
Located in Stockholm, SE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The ...
Category
Early 18th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Gin & Grace 10K Yellow Gold Natural Turquoise and Diamond Earrings For Women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Earring is made up of 5*7 Oval-cut Turquiose (2 Pcs) 1.89 carat and Round-cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k gold carved turquoise flower earrings studs.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold carved turquoise flower earrings studs. 4 petal flower earrings. Turquoise 14k gold earrings. Flower gold earrings. Blue flower wedding earrings.
Metal: 14k gold
Weight:...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style 14K Gold Diamonds 31 Carat Green Turquoise Pyramid Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Genuine 31 Carat Green Turquoise Pyramid measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow solid gold mounting,including 70 ful...
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
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" ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Blue Topaz, Turquoise, Jade, White Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Go...
Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a unique Victorian creation. A cluster pendant handcrafted from a warm yellow gold features a domed collection of natural turquoise at the centre with an old cushion cut...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Lady Shell Cameo Turquoise Pendant Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pendant and pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890.
It features a shell cameo depicting a lady.
The frame is adorned with 4 turquoises.
Weight: 5.47g
Size...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Sterling Silver Ring set with Turquoise, Citrine, Topaz and Clear Crystal Stones
Located in London, GB
Wonderful sterling silver ring set with turquoise, citrine, topaz and clear crystal stones. Ring size UK N 1/2, US 6 3/4, and measuring inside diameter approximately 1.8 cm / .7 inc...
Category
1970s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Citrine, Topaz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Necklace Turquoise 14k Yellow Gold 16.5" Watch Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed antique Art Nouveau watch chain necklace crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1900s to 1910s).
Originally a watch chain, ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Rubelite, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar de la Renta Turquoise Resin Shell & Gold Tone Coral Two-tier Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A stunning Oscar De La Rents two tier necklace that is perfect for day time casual and even party looks. Constructed in gold tone metal, this necklace features coral accents connecte...
Category
2010s Italian Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Gold
Antique Diamond Turquoise Gold Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold brooch, set with old mine cut diamonds - approx. 3.00ctw and turquoise. Center old mine stone is approx. VS2-I stone. Brooch measures 43mm x 43mm. Tested 14k, not m...
Category
19th Century Antique Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 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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