Turquoise which is recognized as “Feroza” in many regions of South Asia is a antique, stunning gem stone with azure blue to blue green hue. It is a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminum, and they vary in colour owing to traces of copper and, at times, iron. Here’s some more detail on turquoise:
Characteristics of Turquoise:
1. Color: Its colors are sky blue or green; highly valued, it can reach the deep; the shades are determined by the copper or iron presence – blue tones on the one hand and green on the other.
2. Texture: Although these veins are usually associated with natural patterns from the host rock the presence of veins can increase the attractiveness and individuality of the stone.
3. Hardness: It comes in at 5-6 on the Mohs scale, which means that it is quite soft compared to other types of g Gems.
4. Symbolism: The people have been using it from time immemorial as protection charms, talisman, healer, and general peace maker.
5. Sources: They include Iran, the United States, Afghanistan, Egypt, and the People’s republic of China. Iranian turquoise is of a particularly high quality and its coloration is a vivid blue, interspersed with small greenish flashes.
Market Value:
The price of turquoise is influenced by its color clarity of origin and size of the available stones. Good quality and deep blue turquoise especially the Iranian one is seen as more valuable. I bite the bullet and suggest to buy 36 carats weight of your lot and i think this may interest both collectors and jewelers.
