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Gemstone: Turquoise
Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold Multi Color Gemstone Slide Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
OTHER SLIDE BRACELET DESCRIPTION Vintage and lively with charm, this Victorian inspired slide bracelet displays a multitude of natural, multi color gemstones. From pearls to diamond...
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1980s American Victorian Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue...

Multicolor Gemstones Cluster Flower Ring 4.06 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 10 Turquoise = 1.50 Carats 4 Citrines = 0.64 Carats 4 Blue Topazes = 0.44 Carats 4 Peridots = 0.68 Car...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Silver...

1960s Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Experience the charm and craftsmanship of the 1960s with this Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace. This stunning bolo-style necklace features a black chord that highlights...
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1960s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Silver

Mauboussin France Natural Turquoise and Diamond 18K Gold Long Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Statement Necklace by Mauboussin 18K White Gold & Diamonds Mauboussin 'Nadja' Turquoise Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace. The Nadja necklace is designed as two strands of natural tur...
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1990s French Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Cober handmade with Turquoise and Diamonds of 0.3 ct Yellow Gold Ring Available
Located in OSS, NH
Cober handmade with Turquoise and Diamonds of 0.3 ct Yellow Gold Ring We invite you to see more of our collection from Cober Jewellery at 1stDibs! You can type Cober Jewellery in t...
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Cabochon Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring is a remarkable piece that radiates serenity and luxury, set in 18-karat yellow gold that gleams with a high polish finish. It features a substantial oval cabochon turquois...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterlé Pierre Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Earring and Brooch Set, French
Located in New York, NY
Sterlé Paris 18 Kt gold suite of Brooch and Earrings with French hallmarks with sapphires and diamonds. Comprising of single and full-cut diamonds totaling approximately 7.45 carats;...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise

King Baby Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
Captivating colors and a vintage-inspired sense of style make this cuff bracelet from King Baby a must-have for anyone with a rugged, natural aesthetic. At the center of this bangle’...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Silver

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Bow Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming Victorian turquoise and pearl ring. The head of the ring has been crafted into an open bowed shaped ribbon with a turquoise gemstone set at the centre and an ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Native American Turquoise & Coral Mosaic Peyote Bird Pendant Ster 925 Water Bird
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Mosaic Color: Blue Natural Coral Cut: Masonic Color: Oran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Coral, Turquoise

Native American Zuni Turquoise Pendant - Sterling Silver Leaf Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Greenish Blue Theme: Leaf Measurements Tall (fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Oval Cabochon, Ruby and Diamond Earrings, Part of Set
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Oval Turquoise Cabochon, Ruby and Diamond Earrings made in 18k Gold. The diamonds weigh appx. 0.60 carats and are of G-H color, VS-SI clarity. The length is 1 inch. SKU:...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Turquoise and Garnet Snake Mourning Hair Bracelet
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 9ct yellow gold mourning bracelet featuring woven hair in the form of a serpent with a gold head and tail featuring eleven turquoise stones and two cabochon garne...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Coral and turquoise necklace with diamond with 18Kt gold
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent 9.66-carat natural coral and 4.21-carat turquoise necklace set in 18-karat yellow gold with 0.75-carat diamonds. The necklace is featured with coral hearts. round turqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold 1.07ctw Diamond & Flower Turquoise 14.1mm Wide Bombe Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Flower Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Turquoise Color Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G-I Color - VS2-S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold

Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Dangling Earrings, 18k
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Dangling Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The diamonds estimated weight 2.25 carats, H-I color, VS-SI clarity. The length is 1 3/4 inches. SKU: 1492-...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

53.24ctw Carved Aquamarine and Turquoise Long Earrings 14K Gold R3130
Located in Osprey, FL
Make a statement with these long aquamarine and turquoise earrings! An awe-inspiring sight to behold, it's like nature herself inspired their unique carving pattern. Perfect for any ...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Zuni Turquoise Coral Sun Silver Moons Spinner Pendant Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Vintage Zuni turquoise and coral flower silver spinner pendant crafted by known Zuni artisans Fred and Elsie Lonconsello. Southwest style colorful burs...
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Late 20th Century American Turquoise Jewelry

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Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Turquoise, Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

LB offers Vintage Sterling Brooches pendant with Turquoise Agates necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning and Unique pendant necklace consisting of two vintage Sterling Silver brooches ( one round floral and one marcasite inlaid ) with a background of ...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

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Agate, Labradorite, Marcasite, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Nina Zhou 10.96ctw Turquoise Inside-out Hoop Earrings
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Nina Zhou's 10.96ctw Turquoise Inside-out Hoop Earrings in 14k yellow gold encapsulate vibrant elegance with a modern twist. Crafted meticulously, these stunning hoops showcase richl...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

1890 Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Persian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Bypass Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely ring comes from the 1890 Victorian era and is made in 14k yellow gold with both turquoise and seed pearls. This ring is truly special for any lover of turquoise or anyone...
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1890s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kanners Turquoise Diamond and Titanium Earrings
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
A bold and striking design, featuring bright blue Sleeping Beauty turquoise, framed with diamonds and mounted in brushed grey titanium. At a full 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches these are def...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Titanium

Antique Victorian Snake Ring Turquoise Diamond 7 Large Cocktail Serpent Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Bold and distinct antique Victorian snake ring, crafted in 10 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s). Turquoise measures 20mm x 15mm. One estimated 0.05 carat old mine cut diamon...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold

Tiffany & Co T Diamond & Turquoise Wire Ring with Round Diamonds 18k White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
This bold "T" design features scintillating diamonds and turquoise, a favorite stone of Tiffany designers for over a century. The natural formation of turquoise creates subtle differ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearls & Turquoise Horseshoe or Crescent Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Bead Shape - white Color w/ Light Pink Overtone - Fine Luster - 7.5-7.9mm (approx.) (76) Natural Genuine Turquoises - Round Cabocho...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Cabochon Turquoise European Diamond Navette Cocktail Ring 2.78cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A spectacular ring c. the 1940’s crafted in 18K white gold centered by a marquise cut cabochon of Persian turquoise surrounded by approximately 2.78cttw in H-I color Vs2-Si2 clarity ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Textured Sputnik Round Ball Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Turquoises - Round Shape - Prong Set - Natural Variation in Color Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.70 Grams Overall Width/Thickness:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold

1953 Ring Blue Turquoise solid 18K Gold Ø US 4.5 Wide band /3gr.
Located in SE
Wide band Neoclassical / Renaissance styled hand-made Ring in Yellow 18K Gold featuring three bezel set natural vivid Blue Turquoise stones cut cabochon. Central stone Ø 3.75 mm / ca.0.25 ct. Two on the flanks about Ø 2.75 mm / ca.0.12 ct each. Total about 0.5 ctw. The band is 11 mm wide. An interesting detail of the design is the continuous hand-engraved floral decor on the band. This ring closely follows the traditions of ancient Greek and Roman jewelry...
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1950s Swedish Arts and Crafts Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco bracelet with pearl and turquoise in 14k tricolor gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the splendor of this exquisite vintage Art Deco bracelet, a true embodiment of beauty and craftsmanship. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this delicate filigre...
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Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Strand of 12mm Kingman Turquoise Beads 27.5" Necklace with 14K clasp
Located in Big Bend, WI
A large strand of American turquoise beads. This is Kingman turquoise from Arizona, which is the last full-time production mine in the US.. The beads have a greenish-blue color with ...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Turquoise Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Natural Turquoise Bracelet. Elevate your style with our Natural Turquoise Bracelet. Crafted with genuine turquoise stones, it exudes calming energy and timeless elegance. Whether wor...
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Late 20th Century Anglo-Indian Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Antique Victorian Scarf Clip Scarf Ring 15 Karat Gold Metal Turquoise Cabochon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant scarf clip is a fine example of modernistic tendencies in Victorian jewellery design which started to devellop from 1875 ca. This little jewel was created in 1880 ca ou...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Agate Citrine Beaded Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

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Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold 1.27ctw Diamond & Flower Turquoise Cuff Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Turquoises - Flower Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Turquoise Blue Color Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds -Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - G-I ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold

Rainbow Earrings Turquoise Opals Diamonds 5.15 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Turquoise = 1.65 Carats 8 Opals = 2.20 Carats 152 Diamonds = 1.30 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Dime...
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Native American Turquoise Solitaire Pendant w/ Generic Necklace 18 1/4" - 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American (pendant) Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Bluish Green Style: Solitaire Chain Style: Cable ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Art Deco Style 0.40 Carat White Diamond Turquoise Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.10 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.10 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $6,000.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 7.00 Carats Turquo...
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2010s American Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ANDREW ALVAREZ TURQUOISE CUFF BRACELET STERLING SILVER Native American
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT ANDREW ALVAREZ TURQUOISE STERLING SILVER CUFF BRACELET. This outstanding vintage cuff is from the celebrated artisan Andrew Alvarez whose work is considered to ...
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20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 9k Rosy Gold Cabochon Turquoise Interlocking Curb Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Natural Variation of Greenish-Blue Turquoise Color - 5.3x3mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 9k Rosy Yel...
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1890s Victorian Antique Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold

Native American Sterling Silver Turquoise Panel Necklace #17131
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver and turquoise panel necklace by a Native American artisan. Beautiful necklace featuring lightly hammered panels. The center 3 panels each have sawtooth bezel blue tu...
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20th Century Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Dangle Earrings Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Indulge in the timeless elegance of these exquisite Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Dangle Earrings, adorned with radiant Rubies and Diamonds, set in luxurious 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Turquoise Yellow Gold Drop "Acorn" Earrings
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Spoke Ring II
Located in New York, NY
This energetic ring features a marbled hand-polished turquoise cabochon surrounded by a fringed or spoked pattern wrought in sterling silver. The setting is ornamented with gold leaf...
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2010s Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Navajo Turquoise Cluster Bracelet
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Navajo Indian Sleeping Beauty turquoise and sterling silver cluster bracelet. Made in traditional teardrop sunburst style and twisted rope sterling. Stamped Sterling ...
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2010s American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Kabana Turquoise and Diamond 14k Gold Ladies Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This striking turquoise and diamond ring is the perfect gift for her. From noted New Mexico designer studio Kabana, a most interestingly carved arabesque of a pure and lustrous turqu...
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2010s American Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring Size 8 #17064
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Turquoise Ring Size 8 This stunning ring features one cabochon turquoise stone (21 mm x 16 mm) set in classic sterling silver. By Elsa Pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Navajo Turquoise Necklace 18 1/2" Sterling 925 Feathers
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Tribal Affiliation: Navajo Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Greenish Blue Style: Dangle Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Turquoise, Aquamarine, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Petite Turquoise Blue Enamel Necklace with Diamond Accents in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Spectacular handmade 14K solid yellow gold beads display fine enamel art with a starburst in the center paved with a sparkly diamond accent! Lovely necklace for everyday wear! Chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Silver Turquoise Hoop Earrings 925 Silver Half Hoop Friction Posts 10 Oval-Shape
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
These stunning Silver Turquoise Hoop Earrings are a must-have for any jewelry collection. With 10 oval-shaped turquoise stones set in 925 stamped silver half-hoops, these earrings wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary South American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Navajo Double Coral and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Large solid Native American Navajo Indian double pendant of sterling silver and coral cabochons one side, and turquoise on the other. Grade A quality coral and Kingman turquoise. Nic...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Turquoise Jewelry

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Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Southwestern Turquoise and Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
These vintage earrings feature oval shaped natural turquoise stones that fan out and are set in sterling silver with a screw back post. They are a very unique earring! The measuremen...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Round Turquoise & Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Length: 6.00 inches Width: 2.90 mm Weight: 11.03 grams Ladies 14K yellow gold diamond and turquoise bangle bracelet. The metal was te...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Turquoise Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Circa 1970s Turquoise Bead and Claw Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Here we have a stunning ring from the 1970s featuring a beautiful, rather ornate, turquoise, held by talon prongs, seemingly belonging to a bird of some sort. The claw talons are ver...
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1970s Vintage Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold

Sterling Silver Simulated Turquoise Tapered Cuff Bracelet 6" - 925 Mexico
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Simulated Turquoise Color: Blue Style: Tapered Cuff Fastening Type: N/A (slides over wrist) Features: Rope-textured detailing Meas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Bell Trading Co. Southwestern Turquoise Stud Earrings - Sterling 925 Non-Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Bell Trading Co. Design: Southwestern Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Colors: Greenish Blue & Green Style: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turquoise Jewelry

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Turquoise

Vintage and Antique Turquoise Jewelry

The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?

It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.

Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.

In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.

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