The raw tuquoise is then cut up by an artist or jeweler into pieces that will be used in jewelry and art. Like most other opaque gems turquoise has been devalued by the introduction onto the market of. Turquoise is an opaque blue to green mineral that is a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminium with the chemical formula cu al 6 po 4 4 8 4h 2 o it is rare and valuable in finer grades and has been prized as a gemstone and ornamental stone for thousands of years owing to its unique hue. Natural turquoise rough is ideal for beginners or professional cutters. Turquoise gemstone rough slab lot 250 5000 ct natural arizona mine kingman.
It was mined by a public company in the early mid 1970 s and apparently is the only commercial turquoise mine that has operated in australia. Turquoise is a real gem bargain. See more ideas about turquoise gemstone turquoise gemstones. The cut pieces are refined and sanded down to make cabachons or beads. Cual6 po4 4 oh 8 5 h2o hydrated copper aluminum phosphate.
5 0 out of 5 stars 1. Jun 19 2014 turquoise gemstones beads rough turquoise is among the oldest known gemstones it has been mined since 3 200 bc. Even the very highest grades of material are modestly priced compared to many other gems. After 40 years in hybernation having basically been locked away and forgotten about during all those years until now. Uncut natural certified raw rough turquoise loose gemstone.
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Find many great new used options and get the best deals for blue turquoise 145 45 carat certified gemstone rough natural arizona fn1073 at the best online prices at ebay. Rough rider turquoise wood handle mini razor folder 2 closed pocket knife for men 1474 with sharp blade premium tactical folding knife survival hunting camping knives free ebook by. It has been attributed with healing powers promoting the wearer s status and wealth protection from evil and brings good luck. Discover the art of the gemcutter. Free shipping for many products.Bespoke gems specialises in precision cut gemstones of the finest quality in a wide range of classic modern and unique designs. How to tell the difference between turquoise and dyed howlite. Mouse over to zoom. Jewelry making blue turquoise 210 00 ct. Rough turquoise is a piece of raw turquoise that has been pulled from a mine in the earth.
Each gem is personally faceted in sydney by one of australia s premier gemcutter doug menadue. Natural arizona mine kingman turquoise gemstone rough slab lot. Rare australian rough turquoise for sale. Rough is ready to shape and polish or facet or make beads on lapidary equipment. Each gem is personally faceted in sydney by one of australia s premier gemcutter doug menadue.
Rough is ready to shape and polish or facet or make beads on lapidary equipment. Bespoke gems specialises in precision cut gemstones of the finest quality in a wide range of classic modern and unique designs. Find many great new used options and get the best deals for blue turquoise 145 45 carat certified gemstone rough natural arizona fn1073 at the best online prices at ebay. 5 0 out of 5 stars 1. It was mined by a public company in the early mid 1970 s and apparently is the only commercial turquoise mine that has operated in australia.
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Rare australian rough turquoise for sale. The raw tuquoise is then cut up by an artist or jeweler into pieces that will be used in jewelry and art.
