Turquoise

Turquoise is a lovely blue-green stone that is often used in jewelry. It reminds us of the ocean!

Appearance

The Turquoise has a distinct robin's egg blue or greenish-blue color, often with dark, spiderweb-like veins. Its opaque, waxy surface makes it look smooth and earthy. These unique markings, called matrix, help it stand out.

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Turquoise

Interesting facts

Ancient pharaohs and Aztec kings treasured turquoise, wearing it for royal power!

Its stunning blue color comes from tiny bits of copper within the mineral!

The name 'turquoise' means 'Turkish stone' in French, as it came via Turkey!

Turquoise can form in dry desert climates when water mixes with specific minerals.

Special abilities

Turquoise can change color because its porous surface reacts to sunlight, sweat, or oils, shifting from blue to green.

Turquoise has a unique structure allowing dark veins of host rock to permeate, creating beautiful natural patterns.

Turquoise is soft enough to be easily carved and polished, making it perfect for intricate jewelry designs.

Measurements & details

Color Range: blue, green, blue-green
Hardness: 5.5
Luster: waxy to subvitreous
Specific Gravity: 2.7
Crystal System: triclinic

Traits

Colorful

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Ancient

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Gemstone

Sparkle and shine with these precious minerals that come from the earth! Gemstones are beautiful, rare, and often cut and polished to create dazzling treasures.

Crystalline

Find minerals that have grown into beautiful, sparkly shapes with flat faces and sharp edges, like tiny natural sculptures. These amazing formations reflect light in unique ways!