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What is spiny oyster turquoise?
The Spiny Oyster gemstone is a colorful shell that comes from the oyster species "Spondylus varius", as the name implies, Spiny Oysters are covered with menacing spines. Many Zuni artists started creating with Spiny Oyster once Coral was endangered and unable to be mined.
One may also ask what is the difference between kingman and sleeping beauty turquoise?
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise came from the Sleeping Beauty Mine in Globe, Arizona. Kingman Turquoise ranges in color from sky blue to hues of green, the green turquoise actually comes from the Turquoise Mountain side of the mine, and is desired for it's distinct coloring. What turquoise mines are still open? Arizona Turquoise Mines - All Arizona Mines including the Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Mine, the Bisbee Turquoise Mine and the Morenci Turquoise Mine have all been close for some time now - the only remaining actively producing Turquoise Mine in Arizona is the Kingman Turquoise Mine.
What is block turquoise?
Block turquoise is either completely synthetic or reconstituted turquoise that is cut and sold in cubic blocks. The reconstituted turquoise on the other hand does have some turquoise in it. Stones that are too small or too low quality to even be enhanced or stabilized are used to make this kind of turquoise. Is White Buffalo turquoise real turquoise? White Buffalo--also known as White Buffalo Turquoise--is a gemstone that is mined in Tonopah, Nevada by the Otteson family. It was presumed to be turquoise and often sold as such; however; its classification is magnesite and alumite. It has been popularized as White Turquoise.
How can you tell if turquoise is stabilized or natural?
After treatment, stabilized turquoise is harder and is unlikely to break or crack. The stone is no longer porous, so it doesn't absorb liquids or oils and the color is "locked" - unlike natural turquoise where the color can change, or deepen, over time. The cheapest forms of "turquoise" are block and imitation. And another question, is turquoise jewelry a good investment? Investment quality Turquoise has become one of the most valuable colored gemstones, it has been increasing in value more than 30% per year for several years.
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- Is there such thing as purple turquoise?
I am sorry, but there is no natural purple turquoise. The turquoise color can be white or green. An extremely rare form of turquoise is found in yellow turquoise, which is a natural material.
- Is Kingman Turquoise valuable?
The high grade natural appears to be less than 1% of what the mine is currently producing. This makes natural high grade Kingman Turquoise ultra valuable, especially when cut into high grade Kingman Spiderweb Turquoise cabochons such as the ones to the left.
- Is turquoise a healing colour?
The mind and body are affected by the healing properties of turquoise. Gout, stomach problems, viral infections, rheumatism, and increased growth and muscular strength are believed to be alleviated by the use of turquoise.
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