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Antique D.Andersen Cigarette Box Gilt 830 Silver Green Guilloché Enamel /118 gr
By David Andersen
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Vintage 1910s Norwegian Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver

1812 George III British Gilt Sterling Silver Box Pill Snuff Box 75gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage German Solingen solid 14K Yellow Gold Steel Fruit Pocket Knife / 15gr
Located in SE
of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not
Category

Vintage 1960s German Retro Vanity Items

Materials

Steel, 14k Gold

1918 Antique British Sterling Silver Jewelry Vanity Ring Box / 126 gr
Located in SE
extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they
Category

Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

1930 s German Graphite Pencil solid 830 Silver / 10gr
Located in SE
; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not work for daily
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique German Hanau Kunz J Co solid Silver Box Pill Vanity Box / 85 gr
Located in SE
extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Rococo Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Spanish Sterling Silver Fish Table figure Flex Body Green Eyes /39gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Vintage 1920s Spanish Art Deco Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Double-Sided Inlay and Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Kachinas
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
portraying a mudhead kachina done in coral, turquoise and mother of pearl on onyx background. Second side
Category

Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

1918 Nordic Engraved Fruit Mini Puuko Pocket Knife Sterling Silver Steel/16gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Vintage 1910s Swedish Jugendstil Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

1884 Antique Austrian Hungarian solid 813 Silver Vanity Snuff Pill Box / 50gr.
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Antique 1880s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

1930s Russain Pill Vanity Box 875 Silver Enamel / 32.5 gr
Located in SE
ornaments. White, Cobalt Blue, Turquoise Blue, Yellow, Green, Orange, and Brown colors. Gilt interior
Category

Vintage 1930s Russian Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, 18k Gold, Enamel

1916 Baron von Leuhusen Cigarette Box Silver 0.85 ct Sapphire Gold /132gr
Located in SE
; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not work for daily
Category

Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold

Goossens Paris Large Shell Necklace
By Goossens Paris
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
unveils seashells enhanced by turquoise, lapis lazuli, green agate stones, and baroque pearls. Evoking the
Category

2010s French Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Topaz, Turquoise

Vintage British Card Holder solid Sterling Silver / 77gr
Located in SE
prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not work for daily or
Category

Vintage 1960s English Retro Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Two Art Nouveau Imperial Russian I.Khlebnikov Glass Holders 84Silver / 250gr
Located in SE
other piece that might be worn daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Coffee and Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Russian Imperial Faberge Silver Pill Box Nutmeg Grater solid 84 Silver / 30.5gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Russain Imperial Cigarette Tobacco case box solid 84 Silver 202 gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Art Nouveau Box 84 Silver / 78 gr
Located in SE
prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not work for daily or
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Antique German Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Vanity Pill Box /79 gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

1908 - 1917 Antique Art Nouveau Russian Empire solid 84 Silver Teapot /587gr
Located in SE
extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Coffee and Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Vintage Glass Stone Dangler Cluster Ring And Earrings Set Jewel Toned
Located in North Miami, FL
are blue, magenta, red , green, amber, purple, clear, and pink. There are 2 pendants of faux pearl
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Mid-Century Enamel Jeweled Clutch Bag Clasp Frame
Located in Rotterdam, NL
frame is decorated with blue and turquoise enamel set with stones and pearls. In the center, the frame
Category

Mid-20th Century European Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Asch Grossbardt Intarsio Moon Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
: coral, lapis, turquoise, aventurine, and mother of pearl HALLMARKS: ASCH GROSSBARDT maker's mark, 14k
Category

1990s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Aventurine, 14k Gold

Dainty Zuni Inlay Cuff Bracelet 6.25 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous cuff bracelet is sterling silver with turquoise, coral, mother of pearl and jet inlay
Category

2010s American Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Zuni Tribe Vintage Inlaid Silver Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful and unique vintage silver necklace features inlays of turquoise, mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Zuni Inlay Cardinal Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
stones of Sleeping Beauty turquoise, coral, onyx, and mother of pearl. Stamped sterling and maker's
Category

2010s American Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Mid-1800s Austro-Hungarian Design French Silver Antique Portrait Bracelet
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
bracelet is detailed with bezel set with Turquoise cabochons and Mother of Pearl panels. It is detailed
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Early Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Zuni Sandcast Turtle Bracelet
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
is composed of mother of pearl, turquoise, and coral. The turquoise is from the Kingman Mine in
Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

An amethyst glass cabuchon flower brooch, and earrings, Marcel Boucher, 1960s.
By Marcel Boucher
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
, emerald and pearl, coral, moonstone, also with pearl, and turquoise, paired with both a pearl or lapis
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Vintage Southwestern Sterling Silver Inlay Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage Southwestern necklace is sterling silver with turquoise, jet, coral and
Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Santo Domingo Beaded Shell Pendant Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
turquoise, mother of pearl and onyx. Traditional Santo Domingo style. Would complement a Southwestern or a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise

Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Inspired 13.58 Ct Gemstone Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, these earrings reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Inspired 13.58Ct Gemstone Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Statement Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, these earrings reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 19th Century French Gold Box with Enamel and Miniature Portrait
Located in Dallas, TX
gold flecks and topped with red semi-precious stones. Also inlaid with turquoise ‘pearl’ stones and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Grand Tour Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique Signet Ring Hand and Flower Intaglio Amethyst solid 18K Ø6.5US/5.1gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Early 20th Century European Empire Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Sterling silver Sun Face Squash Necklace Hopi Native American
By florence Lahaleon
Located in Wallkill, NY
Sterling Silver. Made up of Turquoise, coral and Mother of pearl Hallmarked on the back. End to end 33
Category

Vintage 1970s American Native American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

14 Karat Native American Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking 14 Karat Yellow Gold Native American Ring features a vibrant inlay of Onyx, Turquoise
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold Etruscan Revival Locket Brooch, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
turquoise enamel, coral, and seed pearls Features: Rear locket compartment (for memento or hair
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique European Earrings natural Emeralds solid 18K Gold / 4.51 gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique European Knots Earrings solid 18K Gold / 5.1gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Antique 1870s European Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Ewer Pendant Green Enamel solid 18K Gold / 3.45gr
Located in SE
of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not
Category

Vintage 1920s Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique European Suanpan Abacus Pendant solid 14K Gold / 4.9 gr
Located in SE
; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not work for daily
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Zuni Pueblo Inlaid Silver Sunface Necklace Bracelet Ring by Burdian Eustace 1960
Located in Portland, OR
, with inlays of jet, turquoise, coral and mother of pearl. The suite is signed "Burdian Eustace" and is
Category

Vintage 1960s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Antique Dionysus Carved Shell Cameo pendant brooch solid Gilt Silver/11.4gr
Located in SE
daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Silver

Antique Ring 0.1 ct Diamond solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum ØUS6 / 2.8gr
Located in SE
other piece that might be worn daily for an extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Anique Cross Maltese pendant solid 18K Gold / 2gr
Located in SE
of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not
Category

Vintage 1930s Georgian Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Bohemian Faith Love Hope Pin Brooch Garnet Silver Garnet /4.6 gr
Located in SE
extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Silver

Chanel brooch Coco era
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Engraved golden metal brooch topped with a turquoise-like glass pearl and decorated with
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique Set Buddha Bracelet Ring natural Jade Enamel solid Silver 17.5 cm/ 48 gr
Located in SE
extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they
Category

Vintage 1920s Asian Arts and Crafts Bangles

Materials

Jade, Silver, Enamel

Antique Bohemian Garnet Cross Crucifix Garnets solid Gilt Silver/ 9.9gr
Located in SE
of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not
Category

Antique 1870s Austrian Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Silver

Chanel x Robert Goossens brooch 1960s
By Maison Goossens for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Golden metal round brooch with multiple tubogas rings ornamented with turquoise cabochons
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Bresse enamel box, Napoléon III
Located in Paris, FR
plates that are decorated with intricate golden arabesques and flower seeds. Enameled imitation pearls
Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Pendant Ancient Roman Coin in 14K Gold /6.73gr
Located in SE
of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they may not
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Bronze

Bulgari 1970 s Inlay Multi-Gem 18K Gold Vintage Curb Link Chain Floral Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
eye, carnelian, mother-of-pearl, and turquoise Lapis is opaque ultramarine blue with subtle pyrite
Category

Vintage 1970s Link Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Tiger s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier "Délice de Goya" 18k Gold Ring Amyth, Blue Agate W/Diamond in Center
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
, amethyst, and turquoise. The design consists of alternating amethyst and turquoise pearls, highlighted by a
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold

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Turquoise And Pearls For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of turquoise and pearls for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 332 vintage editions and 93 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of turquoise and pearls made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. Marina J., Vicki Orr and Gucci each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for cabochon turquoise and pearls and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and bead alternatives. When shopping our range of turquoise and pearls, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Turquoise And Pearls?

Prices for turquoise and pearls start at $119 and top out at $39,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,454.
Questions About Turquoise And Pearls
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Buffalo turquoise is not real turquoise. It is a different type of mineral that consists of magnesite and alumite, but it is commonly called either white turquoise or white buffalo turquoise. Shop a variety of expertly vetted turquoise jewelry from some of the world’s top makers and sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    No, turquoise can not be naturally red. Turquoise can be all shades of blue, blue-green, or slightly brown.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Arizona turquoises are considered to be true blue turquoise. Most people believe that Arizona turquoise is the best kind of turquoise, and it is valued by many collectors. Find Arizona turquoise rings, earrings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Coral turquoise is a type of jewelry that includes two types of precious stones, specifically, coral and turquoise. Artisans in the southwestern U.S. produce coral and turquoise rings, earrings, pendants, necklaces and bracelets. Shop a variety of turquoise coral jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The most valuable turquoise is a medium blue that is even and vivid, commonly called robin's egg blue or sky blue in the trade. Because the traditional source for this color is Iran's Nishapur area, it's also known as "Persian blue," whether or not it was mined there. On 1stDibs, find a variety of turquoise jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    You can tell your turquoise is real based on how easily it is to scratch. Howlite, the turquoise imitation is much softer and so will scratch more easily than turquoise.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Turquoise is one of the most popular gemstones. One way you can tell the difference between real and fake turquoise is the appearance. Real turquoise should be smooth, and in the fake stones, depending on the material, you can tell where the dye accumulates in the cracks. You can also do the scratch test. If your stone scratches easily, then it's an imitation. Find a variety of turquoise jewelry and other gemstones on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Sleeping Beauty turquoise is a gemstone distinguished by its medium sky-blue color. The finished gemstones have a smooth, glossy finish with little to no veining. Shop for a range of elegant Sleeping Beauty turquoise jewelry from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To protect turquoise jewelry, keep it stored in a cool, dry area inside of a cloth pouch in a jewelry box. Do not allow the stone to come in contact with any type of chemical. Also, keep it away from tea, coffee and skin care products. Find a collection of turquoise jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Yes, there is a fake pearl. In fact, many materials can be used to make faux pearls, such as glass, plastic, mollusk shells, alabaster, bone and stone. These alternate materials typically feel smooth, and their texture sets them apart from real pearls, which have a slightly gritty or rough surface. If you'd like help determining whether a piece of jewelry has real or fake pearls, seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. Shop a large collection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, you should avoid getting your turquoise ring wet. Turquoise is porous so water, especially warm water, could potentially cause damage and alter the color of your stone. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Persian turquoise is still mined. Persian turquoise is mined in Iran, which is one of the most important sources of turquoise and was believed to embody the symbol of heaven on earth. Shop a wide range of turquoise jewelry and home decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    White Buffalo or white buffalo turquoise is not real turquoise, but it is a gemstone that’s classified as magnesite and alumite. This beautiful stone is found in a single region in Nevada and while it does look like white turquoise, it is its own gemstone—not turquoise at all. Shop a collection of white buffalo turquoise from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.