The Beauty Of Turquoise
Turquoise has been used in jewelry making for centuries and is included in some of the most beautiful jewelry pieces today.
Turquoise is mined in China, Iran, Turkey, Egypt, and Persia. In North America, it is found in Arizona and New Mexico. The stone can be rather porous and chalky and is usually treated before it is suitable for use in jewelry.
You can buy all different kinds of jewelry today, but you need to be careful about what you are buying. The purest and best turquoise is quite expensive, but you can buy cheaper versions that are reconstituted from turquoise “dust” and mixed with resin and dyed. Another turquoise substitute is howlite, which is white in color but with similar veining to natural turquoise this stone is often dyed to look like turquoise and can be used in jewelry designs.
Of all the turquoise stones, the turquoise from the Sleeping Beauty mine is perhaps the most beautiful. The turquoise has a a vivid sky blue color with no matrix to speak of. Named for the mine it comes from, these beads and stones are well sought after for jewelry making and a favorite of the Zuni Pueblo silver makers who incorporate it into their traditional inlay jewelry.
White Buffalo Turquoise is mined from the Dry Creek Mine in Nevada and is a beautiful stone used in jewelry. Highly prized as the White Buffalo vein has only been found in one spot and once it’s gone there may never be new stones in this coloration again. The stones are a light turquoise with white colorations and dark veins. Not to be confused with howlite, White buffalo turquoise is not solid white in color.
Persian turquoise has been used in jewelry since ancient times and there are many mines in Iran that produce this beautiful stone. This turquoise can have a wide variety of color from sky blue to pale green. Ancient Persian carvings using turquoise have been found and it is evident that ancient jewelry was made with stones from these mines. Today, Persian turquoise is still used in jewelry such as that found in our
turquoise jewelry showcase
Making Your Own Jewelry
Making your own jewelry can be a great way to get expensive trendy looking jewelry for less. Not only can you make jewelry for yourself, but it’s really fun to make it as gifts for friends and relatives too. You can give them a unique one of a kind gift that doesn’t cost you a lot of money!
How to make Beaded Jewelry
Learning how to make beaded jewelry isn’t difficult, but there are a few technical skills you’ll want to master before you can really get creative in your designs.
The Worlds Most Famous Diamonds
Throughout history, man has been fascinated with diamonds. Many a legend has been wrought around this fascinating gem including a whole city of diamonds guarded by snakes. Today, diamonds are still one of the most sought after gems and traditionally used in an engagement ring as a symbol of everlasting love.
The History Of The Diamond
Dazzling to look at, no other gem quite compares to the diamond. Throughout history, the diamond has been surrounded by tales of mystical power, beauty and love. The need to posses this brilliant stone has historically brought out the worst in man.
Picking Out A Diamond
Picking out a diamond is supposed to be fun, but more often than not it can actually be stressful. Wondering if you are getting a good deal, deciding whether to trade off quality for size. The average person simply does not have enough education in the diamond buying department to make an informed decision.
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