notable for its unique and brilliant color, turquoise has long been appreciated as a holy stone, a good-luck-charm or a talisman. this opaque gemstone is considered to be a stone of communication, with the ability to increase serenity, creativity, positive thinking, sensitivity, intuition, happiness and wisdom - all of which result in a calmer state that leads to greater self-realization. turquoise is also considered a stone of friendship.

A non-translucent, porous semi-precious stone that is usually cut as a cabochon. Persian turquoise is robin's egg blue and has no matrix (streaks of the mother stone from which they were found). North American turquoise is greener and has a matrix streaks. Over the years, oil from your skin is absorbed by the stone and it will change color slightly. Turquoise has a hardness of 6.

a blue to gray green mineral consisting of copper aluminum phosphate; blue turquoise is valued as a gemstone

a shade of blue tinged with green

An azure or greenish soft mineral that derives it's color from copper. Turquoise is very soft and porous, and it's high water content makes it vulnerable to destruction by drying, and absorbing impurities. Turquoise is often stabilized with a resin to preserve it's color, protect it from environmental pollutants and drying.

Copper mineral containing aluminum phosphate. Sky-blue, blue-green to apple-green. (5 - 6)

A porous, opaque semi-precious stone that ranges in color from sky blue to a somewhat less desirable green. Turquoise has a waxy luster and a soft surface that can scratch easily. Turquoise is typically cut into cabochons (dome shapes) to enhance their natural beauty. These stones often turn darker with age. uniform strand A necklace that appears to be composed entirely of pearls of the same size. Typically, there is a slight difference in size between the center and the end pearls for a more proportionate look. vermeil (ver-MAY) A substantial amount of real gold bonded to sterling silver. Vermeil is often so well made, it is difficult to distinguish from solid gold. white gold An alloy created from yellow gold combined with nickel, zinc, copper, tin and manganese (and sometimes palladium) to imitate the look of platinum. It is sometimes coated with rhodium, an expensive, white precious metal with a sheen similar to that of platinum.

Turquoise is a semi-precious stone, and is known for its true "robin's egg blue". Although turquoise is very opaque, it is also porous and is predominantly found in desert regions worldwide. It was originally discovered in Turkey, and green hued turquoise can be found in North America. This unique stone is usually cut into cabochons, or domes, to enhance the natural beauty of the gem.

an opaque, unstable blue-green stone; also, a light bluish-green color.

This earthy green/blue stone has been used as a healing stone by Native American indigenous people through out the ages and aids in releasing anger, protects and balances both spiritual and physical world. This master healing stone dissipates negativity and is said to be the lucky stone.

hydrous aluminum phosphate colored by copper salts found in desert regions throughout the world and used in jewelry by the natives who live there including Mongolian, Chinese, Native Australian, Persian, and Southwestern Native American. Different colors of turquoise, varying from sky blue to nearly green occur in untreated turquoise. Turquoise Ring: Brown or grey streaks in turquoise are caused by the "matrix", or "mother stone", from which the turquoise is mined. Interesting matrix patterns are considered to add beauty to the stone. Only Persian turquoise is usually without apparent matrix. Modern turquoise stones that appear very shiny and absolutely flawless are actually manufactured. Pulverized turquoise is reconstituted with a plastic binding medium then cut and shaped as though it were natural stone. This material is generally avoided by collectors. Touching the stone leaves oils on it which alters the color of the turquoise over many years. Collectors tend to value these color nuances as "the patina of time". This unique stone is usually cut into cabochons, or domes, to enhance the natural beauty of the gem. Turquoise is considered a source of good fortune and beauty.

Turquoise is a soft, opaque gemstone that takes a good polish. Its sky blue color comes from the presence of copper, and iron often provides some green tones. Turquoise sometimes has a rock matrix and varying shades of gray, brown or black veining due to inclusions or oxide stains. The matrix and veining make each piece quite interesting and unique.

A bluish green precious stone. Turquoise helps the ability to express oneself and verbalize freely. It is good for laryngitis and nervousness in speech. It is said that turquoise will grow pale on a sickly person and recover its color when returned to a healthy person. Can strengthen entire anatomy and helps improve all diseases. Shields the wearer from harmful influences, attracts friendship. Used in meditation. Also for the development of intuition. Brings one wisdom. It reminds us of both our spiritual nature, our earthly inheritance and its beauty.

Semi-precious stone which is greenish-blue in color.

Varying in color from a grayish-green hue to sky blue, Turquoise is an opaque stone with a waxy luster. The properties associated with it in folklore vary immensely, making Turquoise a very important stone in many spiritual beliefs. Though raw Turquoise has the propensity to change color over time, losing the beautiful blue tone and turning a less-attractive green, Brightlings Beads Turquoise has been sealed, preventing impurities to enter the pores of the stone and changing its color.

Turquoise is a non-translucent, porous semi-precious stone (it is a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminum). Turquoise was believed to have been first found in Turkey, hence its name (Turquie is the French word for Turkey). The oldest turquoise mines are located in the Alimersai Mountains in Persia ( Iran) and in the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. Turquoise is found in desert regions worldwide. The finest turquoise is Persian (Iranian) turquoise; it is robin's egg blue and has no matrix (streaks of the mother stone from which they were found). North American turquoise is greener and has a matrix streaks. Over the years, oil from your skin is absorbed by the stone and it will change color slightly. Turquoise is the national gemstone of Iran.

A semi-precious stone used in Indian jewelry, found in arid regions. Colors range from blue to green yellow; natural: the stone as it is mined; stabilized: chemically hardened; treated: color altered; reconstituted: dust chips and plastic made into jewelry

Turquoise is receptive and is a sacred stone to many American Indian tribes. It promotes courage, money, love, friendship, healing and luck. A piece of turquoise is a required tool in the Apache shaman's medicine or power bag. This is a protective stone. Horse riders wear turquoise to protect themselves from falls. (I wonder if Christopher Reeve knew this before his most tragic accident?) In Ancient times, turquoise was utilized to gain wealth. Wearing turquoise can speed the healing process. Like all blue stones, it is said to attract good fortune.

(14th century) A pale blue, greenish blue or pale green opaque gemstone, sometimes permeated with brown stains from iron compounds. The sky-blue variety, often referred to as robin's egg, is the form most desired for jewellery.

A gemstone which name means "Turkish stone."

The most popular and recognized semiprecious stone in America. Turquoise ranges in color from sky blue to bluish green and can be clear blue or with black or copper matrix. Costume jewelry uses genuine turquoise, reconstituted turquoise, turquoise chip, treated stones, and synthetic stones. Genuine stones can be identified by their cool feel.

Turquoise is a slightly greenish shade of cyan. The color is based on the gem turquoise. The term comes from the French for Turkish.