It is of sky like color. But is comes in other colors like greenish
blue, apple green, greenish grey. The color is paler, or bluish-green
or greenish. The blue color is created by copper, the green by
bivalent iron and a certain amount of chrome. It the light blue of the
sky and the stimulating green of the sea are combined. Indeed it is
such an inimitable color that we have coined a term specifically for
it in our languages: turquoise.
Anyone choosing a turquoise is sure to enjoy a piece of Heaven ... on
Earth. The turquoise is ancient, yet again and again it finds itself
back in fashion. Its shining sky blue is one of the most popular
trend colors in the world of jewelry and fashion.
Heaven on Earth The name turquoise is apparently related to
the fact that is was brought to Europe from the Eastern Mediterranean
by Levantine traders, more commonly known as Turks.
Birthstone
It is the birthstone for the month of December. It is considered gem
of good fortune.
History
Turquoise has been very important stone for ancient Egypt and Tibet.
It is still very hightly prised stone in Tibet. This stone was also
used by Aztec, Incas as well as Native Americans.
Color
Turquoise varies in color from greenish blue to sky blue shades and
its transparency ranges from translucent to opaque.
Healing properties:
Turquoise is known for its healing power. It is used in Tibetian
meditation for chakra cleansing purposes.
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