Turquoise is one kind of gemstone that has a shade of blue with tones of green in it as well. When turquoise is found naturally, this is a chalky and porous substance.
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Qualities of turquoise jewelry
2010-07-01 16:50:00
Turquoise jewelry has a mysterious aura around it because of the certain stories that are associated with it since the ancient days. Today the demand for turquoise earrings, turquoise bracelet and turquoise necklaces has shot up to the extent that we can observe specialized outlets for the same. Turquoise itself is rare and the beauty of the greenish blue tone can mesmerize women into owning at least one piece of such exquisite jewelry.
Turquoise in its natural form is considered to be quite unsuitable for jewelry. It needs to go under specific treatment to be used to create stunning pieces of turquoise jewelry. This treatment helps to harden the stone. Therefore, when used to make turquoise jewelry, it can sustain chipping and also resists change in color.
The qualities of turquoise are alluring and mystical, stirring different emotions amongst various tribes. Turquoise jewelry has been found in prehistoric Hohokam burial sites, highlighting the importance turquoise played in the everyday lives of the Southwestern inhabitants.
Some of turquoise is green. However, blue turquoise is used mainly in the turquoise market, really shows turquoise blue of the shadows. There are also many models that are used with the turquoise because it is used as a cardboard cross, rosary, belts, handbags, and more.
Turquoise is porous and soft, compared to diamond or because of the presence of a reasonable amount of water. It is generally stabilized to bring out the best color. In this method, the pores are filled with a substance so that the stone retains its color for a long time.
Wearing a turquoise stone has always been considered as a symbol of good fortune. People believe that the turquoise jewellery also acts as a form of protection for people who are involved in professions that can be considered to be quite risky. But please pay attention to the qualities of turquoise before you buy them.
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