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Turquoise
A strong stone of spiritual attunement, turquoise seems to be carved from the azure sky and dropped to earth. The tranquil color of the stone is enough to lure us into a world of magic
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About Turquoise
Turquoise is an opaque gemstone most famous for its blue green color. It has been beloved for thousands of years, and has been found in Egyptian tombs dating to 4,000 BCE. Despite its long history, the name "turquoise" is relatively new, dating only as far as the 16
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Varieties of Turquoise
The pure and radiant blue colored turquoise is considered to be the most highly sought after. They are highly esteemed. The more the color is towards the greenish side, the more blotchy and irregular the matrix. As a result the stone's quality becomes much lower. Most of the world's turquoise comes from the southwestern United States, Egypt, Mexico, Iran, China and Chile.
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Turquoise is light stable, making it safe to wear by day or under strong artificial lighting. Excessive heat may dry out the stone, leading to discoloration. When storing turquoise, it's best to place it away from radiators, bright windows or other places that may become too hot. Wrapping the jewels in tissue paper or cloth to discourage scratches is also recommended.
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The Valentin Magro New York Newsletter is published monthly. This month, June, we shall highlight and discuss Turquoise.
Your contact information is always kept confidential. We hope you find this newsletter informative and worthy of your continued interest. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to see a topic discussed in the future; kindly let us know.
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