YOUR GUIDE TO RARE BEAUTY

Discover the Beauty of

Turquoise

Explore the history, properties, and value of one of the world's most remarkable gemstones.

History

Turquoise has been cherished for millennia, valued by ancient Egyptians and Native Americans for its sky-blue beauty and protective properties. Its rich cultural significance has made it a symbol of luck and prosperity.

Origin

Iran, USA, China, Egypt

Chemical Formula

CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈·4H₂O

Luster

Waxy

Refractive Index

1.61

Specific Gravity

2.6

Crystal System

Triclinic

Hardness

Currently priced at

$5 - $1,000 per carat

a Carat

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Crystal System

Gemstones and minerals are classified into seven primary crystal systems based on their atomic structure.

Refractive Index

The refractive index (RI) of a material measure how much light is bent, or refracted, when entering the material from another medium.

Specific Gravity

The specific gravity (SG) of a substance is a measure of its density compared to water.

Chemical Formula

A chemical formula shows the types and quantities of atoms in a molecule.

Discover the Beauty of

Turquoise

History

Origin

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Crystal System

Refractive Index

Specific Gravity

Chemical Formula

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