Turquoise

Turquoise means Turkey stone, but Turkey does not produce turquoise, because it is said that turquoise produced in ancient Persia was transported into Europe through Turkey. 

The colorful turquoise is a traditional jade that has been loved by people in ancient and modern times at home and abroad. It has been worn and used for more than 5,000 years. Turquoise is also the birthstone of December in the Western calendar. 

Origin  

Turquoise ore is widely distributed and is produced in China, Egypt, Iran, the United States, Russia, Chile, Australia, Peru, South Africa, India and other countries. 

Colours 

Turquoise is mostly sky blue, light blue, greenish blue, and green. The color is different due to the different elements contained. The oxide is blue when it contains copper, and green when it contains iron. The color is uniform, the luster is soft, and the quality is best if there is no brown wire. 

Meanings in different cultures 

In ancient Egypt, turquoise was inlaid on various ornaments such as crowns, headdresses, chest ornaments, etc., showing the majesty of the royal power. The members of the royal family look forward to it, together with the sun god and other gods, to bless their status forever. 

The Indians believe that turquoise is the spirit of the sea and the blue sky, which will bring good luck to the travelers, and is known as the lucky stone of success. 

Tibetans believe that turquoise is the incarnation of a god, with irresistible power. 

In Turkey, people believe that turquoise can withstand the gaze from the eyes of the devil and keep oneself safe forever.