The Turquoise
a protective stone with soft colors worn in summer and winter
Let yourself be carried away by the history of the Turquoise stone by browsing this article dedicated to this stone with our indian blog. Discover its varieties, its benefits, its virtues, its maintenance..., essential information on this fine stone. Stone known since antiquity, this gem in pastel tones, with a blue-green shine will seduce you with its beauty and its virtues.
The history of Turquoise stone
The origin of the name turquoise comes from the name "Turkish stone", so named by Europeans who found it in Turkey, despite being of Persian origin, more precisely from Iran. In Persia, it is called ferozah, meaning victorious, while in Europe until the 13th century, it was called calläis meaning beautiful stone.
Turquoise has been known in Europe since the time of the Crusades but it has been exploited by those who have had the possibility of extracting it from the ground for 6000 years.
Known and used for millennia by many civilizations (the Aztecs, the Persians, in China, in Japan ...), the Turquoise stone was very popular for its natural beauty but also because the various civilizations thought that it was endowed with powers spiritual. By taking a closer look at the legends, we can see that some considered it to be a piece of heaven that had fallen to Earth. It was one of the first semi-precious stones to be sought and worked by civilizations, especially for jewelry. Claiming for millennia that turquoise is a protective stone, this gem has been used by many cultures as an amulet.
The indigenous peoples of the two Americas such as the Aztecs used Turquoise to make ceremonial objects (masks, etc.). From the 16th century, they used it as currency.
Turquoise has been the national stone of Iran for millennia. The Iranians use this stone for the manufacture of decorative objects and in architecture. The Mughals exported their methods of use to India.
In India and Tibet, the Turquoise stone was prized in the fields of medicine, jewelry and art. If you have the chance to go to India, you will be able to appreciate the work done with this stone in various places such as temples but also on Indian jewelry. Turquoise can be found in northern India.
Turquoise was a symbol of wealth for the Persians and for the Aztecs. Since at least 3000 BC. J.-C., the Egyptians use the turquoise to decorate the jewels as well as certain accessories of the caste which has the power in this country.
Turquoise only became popular in Europe from the 14th century. The Catholic Church is one of those who made this gem known.
To date, this gem is mainly found in arid areas such as Iran, Mexico, the United States, Afghanistan, China and Israel.
The different varieties of Turquoise stone
The color of Turquoise varies depending on the percentage of copper in this stone. Its color is generally blue but can also have variations in shade of green. Its turquoise blue color is the most sought after and you can also see small veins or brown spots in this gem. The price of Turquoise is defined according to its color, the more intense its hue, the higher the price. It is still an affordable gem.
Turquoise from Iran is the most sought after for its intense blue color and ferrous veins. The most beautiful turquoises come from this country. It has no shade of green. The Iranians use it for their architecture, more precisely to adorn the palaces of Persia.
There are other varieties such as the Turquoise stone Kingman from the United States (light blue color with inclusions of copper in yellow colors), the Turquoise purple extracted from the Mojave desert in southern California, as well as the turquoise from Tyrone from Silver City in New Mexico (blue-green hues going to faded green with golden or brown inclusions), rarer now following the cessation of mining and finally the turquoise from Tibet characterized by its black veins .
Regardless of the color of the Turquoise stone and its origin, all these stones have a nice rendering and have a lot of charm by the singular character of this gem, its various shades of soft-colored stones and its inclusions.
The choice of the variety of Turquoise quite simply depends on the taste of the person, the rendering of the stone on a precise model of a jewel or for the realization of objects, mosaics...
The benefits and virtues of Turquoise
For millennia, it has been said that Turquoise would bring health, protection and wisdom, it would be the healing stone.
Many civilizations have used the Turquoise stone for centuries, believing that it is endowed with various powers such as spiritual. Its properties vary depending on the place, but they are all unanimous in giving it the benefit of protection against the evil eye and on the heritage of the person it wears. It would be endowed with a protective force.
For centuries in Egypt and Iran, the turquoise stone was used for jewelry, providing protection from death and danger for those who wore it. Among the Aztecs, Turquoise was prized for making masks, thus providing protection to wearers.
Turquoise is said to be the traveler's stone, so feel free to put one in your car or wear it as jewelry. This gem will bring you protection during your travels.
Having the reputation of fighting against poisoning, the Indians used it when wounding scorpions and snakes.
In lithotherapy, Turquoise stone is used today to treat and regulate a large number of dysfunctions of the human body. It is renowned for its purifying action on the fluids of the human body (blood…), it would also promote irrigation to treat ligaments and tendons, would fight against certain diseases, would strengthen the eyes, the liver, and is also used for problems. related to the respiratory system.
It is also said that the Turquoise stone would eliminate negative waves by converting them into positive energy, thus helping to fight against depression, nightmares and also facilitating oral communication.
This gem would act on the following chakras:
- Heart Chakra (nervous system, immune system…)
- Throat Chakra (promotes communication…)
- Solar Plexus Chakra (digestion, metabolism…)
- Sacral Chakra (cleansing and regulation of bodily fluids such as urine, blood…)
- Chakra of the Third Eye (develops intuitions, helps for meditation and to ward off negative waves)
Astrological signs associated with Turquoise stone
Turquoise is the birthstone for December. This gem is associated with the astrological signs of Sagittarius and Capricorn. In india most of the indians are use stones as per their astral position and suggested by a specialist
The maintenance of Turquoise stone in order to preserve its benefits and virtues
Turquoise is very beautiful with its blue-green pastel tones and unique designs, but it is also considered a delicate stone. It is also a porous stone. It is therefore necessary to be very attentive to its condition and to maintain it regularly in order to preserve all its benefits.
First, use soapy water to wash it. Whether raw or set on a jewel, this is one of the ways to clean a Turquoise stone. Then, rinse well and dry the stone or the jewel very carefully. The 2nd possibility to clean it is to use water added with two tablespoons of baking soda. Give it a bath, then rinse it with lukewarm water, then with cold water. Wipe it gently while polishing it with a fine cloth to restore its shine.
By purifying it from time to time with distilled water, the Turquoise will keep all its virtues. Above all, do not use salt water which could damage it and do not forget to remove your Turquoise jewelry if you swim in the sea.
The rays of the Moon are beneficial for the Turquoise stone. If you wish to purify it, we advise you to put it on the sill of your window on full moon evenings.
If the Moon is positive, the sun is harmful for this gem. In order to preserve its beautiful colors, do not expose it too long to the sun. By leaving it in the sun, it could discolor, its colors would become dull (blue would turn green). Avoid exposing it to intense heat sources.
Finally, we advise you to remove your turquoise jewelry if you are in contact with oils, cosmetics, chemicals, greasy products... Otherwise, remember to wear gloves, they will be your best ally to protect your jewelry and thus preserve their magnificent colors and virtues.
Our handcrafted jewelry in 925 silver and natural turquoise stone
A gift for the person you love or simply for yourself, turquoise jewelry is a wonderful idea. The Turquoise will bring softness, cheerfulness and protection to the person who will wear a turquoise jewel. It is one of the oldest stones to be used in jewelry. It goes perfectly with white metals and is traditionally cut in a polished cabochon. Turquoise is a stone that lends itself to all kinds of shapes and sizes, which is why it is regularly found for making rings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants...
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Most of the turquoises that you can find on the stone market have been treated to improve their hue and thus reduce their fragility (traces of plastic, etc.), there are many imitations.
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