This necklace features polished turquoise set with sterling silver components. Turquoise is a hydrous phosphate mineral of copper and aluminum (CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈·4H₂O), valued for its distinctive blue-green color.
Details:
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Material: Natural turquoise with sterling silver
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Appearance: Blue to green stone, showing natural veining
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Formation: Forms in arid regions through the weathering and oxidation of copper-rich deposits
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Physical Properties: Mohs hardness 5–6, waxy to subvitreous luster
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Educational Value: Demonstrates phosphate mineral formation, effects of trace elements on color, and secondary mineralization
This sterling silver turquoise necklace combines natural beauty with geological science, making it both a striking accessory and an educational example of mineralogy.
