Turquoise Focals

We do our best to disclose all treatments. Stabilization is used to make turquoise strong enough to use in jewelry since turquoise is by nature a soft stone. It also sets the color since natural turquoise will turn colors over time from skin oils and environmental elements. Sometimes the beads are Color Shot, the stabilizing compound had color in it. Many vendors are selling turquoise that they have been told is stabilized when it actually is not turquoise at all. It is mostly dyed magnesite. Only 10% or less of all turquoise mined is gem quality which means it is strong enough to use as jewelry components without stabilization. This high grade turquoise is expensive and stabilization provides turquoise that is reasonably priced. The "Turquoise Comparison Chart" shows many stones called turquoise. We also have a blog article "All About Turquoise" if you would like more information.

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Turquoise:

Turquoise is hydrated aluminum copper phosphate that often contains iron. It ranges in color from white (though this is a hot topic among turquoise experts as to whether it is really turquoise if it is white) to powder blue to sky blue and from blue green to yellowish green. While the blue color is derived from copper, the green stems either from iron or chromium.

Due to the variations in turquoise, it is often referred to by the specific mine and location from which it is harvested as is the case in Sleeping Beauty Turquoise from the mine of the same name in Globe, Arizona. Since turquoise is somewhat soft, it is often treated for stability; yet, natural turquoise is available. Natural turquoise can, however, absorb body oils and darken or turn green over time.

The geographic locations of turquoise mines include Australia, Africa, China, Europe, Mexico, Peru and the U.S.A.

Turquoise is used by some for detoxification of alcohol, poisons or radiation. It is implied that this “stone of wholeness” nurtures a sense of unity between the self and all around us. Some feel it strengthens the immune system and stimulates tissue regeneration while helping in the absorption of nutrients.

Disclaimer:

This information has come from many sources. We are not responsible for the information presented on this page expressed or implied about the suitability of this stone for healing or for curing diseases. The information here is provided for you to make your own decisions and has not been evaluated or approved by FDA or any other agencies.

This list is protected by copyright. If you should decide to use it you must link to this page as the source and to Dr. Karen Meador's website as the Author.

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