TURQUOISE
December’s Birthstone
Discovered by ancient Egyptians, Turquoise was widely used in treasures fit for Pharaohs. Old Europeans credited Turquoise with helping achieve a higher state of consciousness. Tibetans revered the gemstone as a talisman of good fortune. Native American Indians used it as a shaman’s stone. A December birthstone, Turquoise is a light to dark blue or blue-green gemstone. The finest color is an intense blue that is uniform throughout. Turquoise may contain narrow veins of its host rock known as the matrix, sometimes in a web-like pattern. Turquoise is routinely enhanced to improve color and durability. To clean, wipe with a soft, damp cloth and dry. Avoid rough treatment and contact with chemicals.
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