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Huge Royal Blue Turquoise Slab Beads - 53mm x 42mm

 
Huge Royal Blue Turquoise Slab Beads - 53mm x 42mmQuantity in Basket:none
Code: ga4558
Price:$4.99 USD

Shipping Weight: 58.00 grams
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Price is per slab, drilled all the way through ready to thread. Each are a different shape and size - but largest average measures about 53mm x 42mm x 6mm. Dyed blue, but color fixed. Heavy!

For selling, turquoise is similar to jade and pearl for the same reasons. Everyone appreciates it, and the gem always looks good however it’s used. Turquoise is the birthstone for December.

What is turquoise?
Turquoise is a soft, opaque gemstone, formed by volcanic rock reacting to copper deposits brought by water. Color ranges from blue-green, to yellow-green with grey, black or brown veining. Most non-green turquoise these days is dyed, and as genuine turquoise is expensive, reconstituted turquoise is common. Crafted from real turquoise chips fused with other stones to cut cost.

History
Turquoise has been found in 5,000-year-old Egyptian tombs and the Tibetans used it as currency centuries ago. North Africa and the Middle East hold large deposits, but most turquoise today originates from Burma and is carved in China. Turquoise didn’t reach Europe until the crusades when the name originated, meaning “Turkish stone”.

Benefits
Ancient doctors thought turquoise prevented injury and ground it into a powder to cure stomach disorders, internal bleeding, and insect bites. Turquoise has always been used to protect the wearer from danger, attract wealth, and warn as a talisman or good luck charm. Some believe it will fade when danger or illness is near, or a lover is unfaithful. It’s also said to protect against pollution and strengthen the body.

Looking after
Turquoise is porous, so contact with liquids, oils or even perspiration should be avoided. This is why it’s often impregnated with plastic, colorless oil or wax to improve color and durability. Jewelry should be removed before washing. Untreated turquoise will eventually turn green.

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