Raw turquoise

Turquoise by nature is a relatively soft, porous stone, and it can vary greatly in its quality. Only rarer high-grade turquoise is actually dense enough that it can be cut and shaped without damaging the stone. Softer turquoise has to be treated in some way in order for it to be made usable. Therefore, the majority of turquoise has been enhanced in some way. The resulting piece of turquoise is then much stronger and easier to cut, polish, and set by a jeweler without risk of breaking.

How to make turquoise is frowned upon by true collectors, but a fun project for kids and inexpensive bead makers. Here’s how to craft a turquoise look-alike.

Want to know where to find Turquoise in Arizona? Uncover the hidden gems and discover if you can find Turquoise in Arizona yourself. Get ready for a thrilling Turquoise adventure! Turquoise photo provided by Fossilera

Turquoise has been the pinnacle of handcrafted jewelry and adornments for centuries, among a wide array of cultures around the globe. It's deep blue and green hues are known for their eye catching abilities, and depending on locality, some nuggets can include other complimentary minerals that make the mineral even more rare, valuable, and coveted. However, with such a popular mineral comes imitation. Turquoise is one of the most commonly faked or imitated minerals on the market, with a…

When exploring the world of natural stones that look like Turquoise, one can’t help but be captivated by their unique beauty and diversity. Turquoise, renowned for its prized blue-green colors and intricate matrix patterns, has been a gemstone favorite for centuries. #Gemstone #Stones #Turquoise #Naturalstones #Bluegreencolors #Blueaesthetic #Aesthetic #Jewelry

PRICES MAY VARY. Stone Name - Natural Turquoise Carat Weight :- 37.50 Ct. Lot of 6 Pcs Loose Gemstones Shape :- Rough, Color :- Blue Perfect for Tumbling, Wire Wrapping, Reiki or Collecting What is the Definition of a Rough Gemstone? - An uncut un-shaped gemstone of gem grade is called 'rough'. It is the stone in its natural form, often found in the ground, just as mother nature made. They are often called raw gems but the proper name is rough.

Gorgeous raw Kingman Turquoise directly from the world famous Kingman Turquoise Mine! The color is amazing!

Turquoise mineral raw background, beautiful blue calaite stone texture

These highly lustrous and translucent crystals of turquoise-blue boracite, to.5 cm across are clustered together in a vug. Not to be missed!

Natural raw turquoise stones from mines in the Southwest, USA.