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Gemstone: Turquoise
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...
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2010s Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Antique Victorian 9k Rosy Gold Cabochon Turquoise Interlocking Curb Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Natural Variation of Greenish-Blue Turquoise Color - 5.3x3mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 9k Rosy Yel...
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1890s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Petite Turquoise Blue Enamel Necklace with Diamond Accents in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Spectacular handmade 14K solid yellow gold beads display fine enamel art with a starburst in the center paved with a sparkly diamond accent! Lovely necklace for everyday wear! Chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Scarf Clip Scarf Ring 15 Karat Gold Metal Turquoise Cabochon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant scarf clip is a fine example of modernistic tendencies in Victorian jewellery design which started to devellop from 1875 ca. This little jewel was created in 1880 ca ou...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Native American Sterling Silver Turquoise Panel Necklace #17131
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver and turquoise panel necklace by a Native American artisan. Beautiful necklace featuring lightly hammered panels. The center 3 panels each have sawtooth bezel blue tu...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Diamonds, Turquoise Paste, White Agate, Sapphires, Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Turquoise Jewelry

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Agate, Turquoise, Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose ...

Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Dangle Earrings Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Indulge in the timeless elegance of these exquisite Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Dangle Earrings, adorned with radiant Rubies and Diamonds, set in luxurious 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Navajo Turquoise Cluster Bracelet
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 ...
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2010s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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

Silver Turquoise Hoop Earrings 925 Silver Half Hoop Friction Posts 10 Oval-Shape
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
These stunning Silver Turquoise Hoop Earrings are a must-have for any jewelry collection. With 10 oval-shaped turquoise stones set in 925 stamped silver half-hoops, these earrings wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary South American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Native American Turquoise Solitaire Pendant w/ Generic Necklace 18 1/4" - 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American (pendant) Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Bluish Green Style: Solitaire Chain Style: Cable ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Kabana Turquoise and Diamond 14k Gold Ladies Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This striking turquoise and diamond ring is the perfect gift for her. From noted New Mexico designer studio Kabana, a most interestingly carved arabesque of a pure and lustrous turqu...
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2010s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Native American Navajo Turquoise Necklace 18 1/2" Sterling 925 Feathers
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Tribal Affiliation: Navajo Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Greenish Blue Style: Dangle Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Circa 1970s Turquoise Bead and Claw Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Here we have a stunning ring from the 1970s featuring a beautiful, rather ornate, turquoise, held by talon prongs, seemingly belonging to a bird of some sort. The claw talons are very heavily detailed. They are crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and the shank of the ring is a yellow gold band all the way around. The turquoise ball moves with ease, but it is secured well in place. The ring is meant for a size 3 finger...
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1970s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Bell Trading Co. Southwestern Turquoise Stud Earrings - Sterling 925 Non-Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Bell Trading Co. Design: Southwestern Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Colors: Gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise

Oval Cut Peridot Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Round Cab 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Cut Peridots measuring 8mm x10 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow gold on the top and in the lower parts 2 Turkmenistan Green Turquoise round...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Peridot, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Inspired Turquoise, Onyx and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Our bespoke Art Deco style cocktail ring featuring a pure and beautiful robin's egg blue turquoise is simply sublime. The smooth and lustrous cabochon gemstone acquires a striking co...
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2010s Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Turquoise, Diamond, Platinum

Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Round Turquoise & Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Length: 6.00 inches Width: 2.90 mm Weight: 11.03 grams Ladies 14K yellow gold diamond and turquoise bangle bracelet. The metal was te...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Sterling Silver Simulated Turquoise Tapered Cuff Bracelet 6" - 925 Mexico
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Simulated Turquoise Color: Blue Style: Tapered Cuff Fastening Type: N/A (slides over wrist) Features: Rope-textured detailing Meas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Coral, Turquoise, Mother of Pearl Inlay Sterling Silver Owl Ring
By Zuni
Located in Milford, DE
A vintage Native American Zuni ring, featuring a stylized owl motif. The owl is colored with mosaic-pattern coral, turquoise, jet, and mother of pearl inlay, all set in sterling silv...
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20th Century American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau White Diamond Turquoise Ruby Yellow Gold Clip-On Flowers Earrings
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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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Navajo Double Coral and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Large solid Native American Navajo Indian double pendant of sterling silver and coral cabochons one side, and turquoise on the other. Grade A quality coral and Kingman turquoise. Nic...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Earrings set with Turquoise 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold earrings set with Turquoise Detailed description: the size of the earring is 2.1 cm long by 1.7 cm wide weight 13.0 grams occupied with - 2 x 1.5 cm x 1.2 mm ova...
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2010s Dutch Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blackamoor Gold Gemstone Ring With Amethyst, Opal And Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
A captivating and unusual late 20th-century gemstone ring with a substantial presence that’s sure to make a lasting impression. This exquisite statement piece features an articulated...
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1990s North American Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Forget me knot flower 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Forget me knot flower 14k gold ring. Five blue petal flower gold ring. Nature inspired ring with turquose and lab sapphire. Lucky flower ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.2 gr depends...
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2010s Turkish Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Turquoise Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.7 grams. Totally is diamond 1 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 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

Le Carrousel Bracelet Malachite
Located in Arezzo, IT
The yellow gold ball chain, light and comfortable on the skin, reveals all the craftsmanship with which this bracelet from Le Carrousel collection was designed. The central barrel-sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Navajo Golden Hill Turquoise Squash Blossom Set
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo handmade sterling silver squash blossom and earrings set with natural untreated Golden Hill turquoise by Navajo silversmith Thomas Francisco. Grade A quality stones set in ste...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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

Natural Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Bracelet Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
At its heart lies the magnificent Arizona Turquoise gemstone, renowned for its stunning hue reminiscent of the vast southwestern skies. The turquoise, with its striking blue-green co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Sterling Turquoise & Amethyst Pendant - 925 Gold Plated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver (gold plated) Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Blue Natural Amethysts Color: Purple Measurements Tall: 1 3/1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Amethyst, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Michael Kanners Titanium, Turquoise and Diamond Bypass Ring Number Three
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
This ring embodies the perfect combination of nature and contemporary design with the beautiful pair of turquoise cabochons, revealing just a trace of their original black matrix, mo...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Titanium

Vintage Southwestern Sterling Tufa Cast Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, vintage tufa cast cuff bracelet is sterling silver. It features a 17x25mm turquoise gemstone. This bracelet measures 1 1/4 inches wide. It has an inner circumference...
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1990s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Turquoise & Amethyst Pendant - 925 Gold Plated Scrollwork
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver (gold plated) Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Blue Natural Amethysts Color: Purple Measurements Tall: 1 3/1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow And White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic ring made of 18 karat yellow and white gold with natural diamonds surrounding it on yellow gold and natural oval cut turquoise in the center, entirely handmade by expert c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

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

Early 1800s Padlock Pendant Brooch, Hair under glass, Natural pearls, turquoise
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cute little piece from the early nineteenth century! This padlock features a small glass window, most likely for featuring hair-work, surrounded by gorgeously lustrous pearls and a c...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise

Natural Tibetan Turquoise Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Exceptional necklace of natural Tibetan Turquoise beads of very rare large size. The length of the necklace is 19 inches (48 cm). The rare size of the huge smooth round beads is 22 m...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Ruby Opal Turquoise Yellow Gold Earrings
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

Turquoise, Ruby, Opal, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow G...

Turquoise, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum

Sterling Silver Turquoise & Amethyst Pendant - 925 Gold Plated
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver (gold plated) Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Blue Natural Amethysts Color: Purple Measurements Tall: 1 3/1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Amethyst, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Finely Chiselled with Cabochons Turquoises Gold Needle Box 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Welcome to Bijoux Ancien Paris, where we are delighted to present this superb finely crafted 18-karat gold needle box, adorned with magnificent turquoise ca...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Turquoise, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum

1820 European 18k gold, turquoise, old mine cut diamond & natural pearl bracelet
Located in London, GB
This unique European bracelet dating back to the 1820's is made of 18k gold, turquoise, natural pearls and approximately 4-5 carats of old mine cut diamonds. It is a remarkably beaut...
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1820s European Neoclassical Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Turquoise, 18 Karat White Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Turquoise & Diamond Ring Size 6.5-6.75 #17060
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Ring Size 6.5-6.75 JAGi Certifed- This stunning ring features one oval cabochon cut turquoise stone (11.7mm x 9.7 mm) and 20 round single cut d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond, Gemstone and Enamel Flower Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These gorgeous and unique flower cluster earrings contain heart shaped coral petals with a cabochon emerald center surrounded by 68 top quality round brilliant cut diamonds weighing ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, E...

18k Yellow Gold Elizabeth Locke Turquoise Diamond Pearl Fur Brooch 33g i14888
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning collectible fur clip and pin brooch combo from Elizabeth Locke. High end 25mm by 18mm natural turquoise bezel set in the middle. 7-9mm lustrous pearls around it with approxi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Cross Pendant #17024
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Cross Pendant This elegant cross pendant features 10 round turquoise stones (3 mm each) set in beautifully ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Butterfly Carving Turquoise Moonstone Pendant Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 Karat gold lapis lazuli butterfly carving turquoise moonstone diamond pendant brooch. The process of making this pendant brooch set in 18k g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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

Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Turquoise, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold Tubogas Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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

Vintage Dzi Pendant, Freshwater Blue Green Pearl Bead Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 45 cm / 17 3/4 in Beads vary, average size 1cm Dzi pendant: 4.4 cm / 1.75 in wide Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp Elevate your style with our exquisite vintage fres...
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20th Century Asian Retro Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

VCA 1960s 18k gold, turquoise, ruby and diamond chick brooch
Located in London, GB
This delightful 1960s VCA chick brooch is made of 18k gold and is adorned with small round cut diamonds and rubies with a large cabochon turquoise as its egg. It would make a fine ad...
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1960s American Contemporary Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Turquoise Enamel Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
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

Turquoise, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Goshwara Blue Topaz & Turquoise Inlay Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Blue Topaz & Turquoise Stud Earrings from the 'Melange' Collection showcase a captivating blend of elegance and charm. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, these earrings ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Topaz, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Lapis, White Stones, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage and Antique Turquoise Jewelry

The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?

It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.

Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.

In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.

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