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Natural Oval Turquoise Starburst Earrings Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Step into a world of celestial elegance with these Natural Oval Turquoise Starburst Earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,281 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Art Deco Style Chinese Ceramic Turquoise Diamonds Gold Enamel Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
70 mm. long ,depicting a floral patterns , suspended to 2 Genuine Turquoise buttons of 10 mm in
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Malachite Engraved Rectangular Shape Turquoise Pyramid 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
weighing 81 Carats with a nice Turquoise Pyramid measuring 10 mm x 12 mm set in 14 kt yellow gold bezel
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Malachite, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD Dramatic Impressive Statement Coral Chunk and Turquoise Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Artistic Bamboo Coral and Turquoise 20 inch long MAKE A STATEMENT necklace with gold plated hook
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
$190 Sale Price
34% Off
AJD Natural Elegant Chunky Red Coral
Beautiful Blue Turquoise 18" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This natural real beautiful red Coral is enhanced with real natural little blue Turquoises. This
Category
2010s North American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate
Arizona Turquoise Diamond Tennis Line Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Arizona Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Tennis Line Bracelet features twelve oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
AJD Exquisite Handmade 20.5" Turquoise and Red Bamboo Coral Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This splendid Turquoise comes from a new mine to the west of Hubei in China. The mixture of colors
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise
$260 Sale Price
62% Off
Art Deco Style Turquoise Gold Diamonds Blue Enamel Flat Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 round genuine Turquoise buttons tops,middle parts in white gold, 16 round full cut diamonds,blue
Category
1990s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
AJD Elegant Statement Real Turquoise, Onyx
Coral 20 1/2" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This fascinating statement real natural Turquoise is enhanced with large black Onyx rondels and
Category
2010s Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Silver
$560 Sale Price
61% Off
Round Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Buttons Blue Sapphires Gold Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic earrings composed of 2 Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Round Buttons of 13 mm in diameter
Category
2010s Thai Arts and Crafts Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Turquoise Cushion Shape Blue Sapphire Cabs 14k Solid Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion Shape Genuine Turquoise measuring 15 x 15 mm.
In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Genuine Turquoise Cushion Shape Blue Sapphire Cabs 14k Solid Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion Shape Genuine Turquoise measuring 15 x 15 mm.
In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Carved Turquoise Round Drops Amethyst Diamond 14K White Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
faceted amethyst ,2 small diamonds and 2 engraved turquoise round drops measuring 12x 40 mm
In 1978 our
Category
Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Arizona Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Beads Tassel Necklace Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Arizona Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Beads Tassel Necklace features gold beads chain in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$5,833 Sale Price
20% Off
Arizona Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beads Tassel Necklace Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Arizona Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beads Tassel Necklace features gold beads chain in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jane Taylor 18 Karat Rose Gold Cuff Bracelet with Cabochon Turquoise
By Jane Taylor Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Jane Taylor Jewelry is a family run company focused on creating modern heirlooms since 1994.
This
Category
2010s American Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
SOL Pendant, Turquoise with Sky Blue Topaz, Diamonds and 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
SOL Pendant
Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Diamonds, 14k Gold
The S O L line was developed around the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
Oval Cut Peridot Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Octagon 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. yellow gold on the top and in the lower parts 2 Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Octagon meausring 16x16 mm
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Faceted Peridot 14K Gold Green Turkmenistan Turquoise Round Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. yellow gold on the top and in the lower parts 2 Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Round Drops measuring 14x22
Category
2010s Thai Arts and Crafts Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Carved Turquoise Round Drops Amethyst Diamond 14K White Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
faceted amethyst ,2 small diamonds and 2 engraved turquoise round drops measuring 12x 40 mm
In 1978 our
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcrafted Sterling Silver Ring with Turquoise Center and Zircon Stone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Handcrafted Sterling Silver Ring with Turquoise Center and Zircon Stone Jewelry eye catching
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$250 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Drop Earring Brooch Ring Jewelry Set Gold Turquoises Pearls Diamond, Vienna 1890
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
LATE VICTORIAN (= VIENNESE LATEST HISTORICISM) GOLDEN JEWELRY SET:
PAIR OF EARRINGS as well as RING
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Indulge in the timeless elegance of these Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Stud Earrings, exquisitely
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,071 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Lapis Lazuli Carved Cabs Green Turquoise Cushions 14k Solid Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
suspended 2 Cushion Shape Green Turquoise measuring 14x18 mm.
In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style Turquoise Gold Diamonds Blue Enamel Flat Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 round plain Genuine Turquoise cabochons are the top parts,middle parts in white gold,full cut
Category
1990s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Style Genuine Turquoise Gold Diamonds Blue Enamel Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 Round genuine Turquoise round buttons,middle parts in white gold,16 round full cut diamonds,blue
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1930s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel, Gold
Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The vibrant turquoise stones are meticulously hand-selected to ensure the highest quality and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$3,671 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Blue Sapphire Oval Shape Cabs Turquoise Rectangular 14k Solid Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Genuine Turquoise Rectangular Shape Cabs measuring 12 x 18 mm.
In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Cushion Shape Faceted Oval Peridot 14k Solid Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cushion Shape Genuine Turquoise measuring 15 x 15 mm.
In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
Category
2010s Thai Artist Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Balloon Style Natural Turquoise Pear Shape Cabs Diamonds 14k Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 pear-shaped Natural Turquoise pear shape cabs measuring 15 x 21 mm. mounted like balloons with
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green Turquoise Blue Sapphires Lapislazuli Green Enamels Diamonds Gold Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Turquoise round buttons 12 mm in diameter with small round Blue Sapphires in the center, the central parts
Category
Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
6 Blue Sapphires Cabs 14K Gold Diamonds Trapeze Shape Turquoise Drops Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
small diamonds in the center, at the bottom 2 nice Trapeze Shape Natural Turquoise measuring 16 mm x 20
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Faceted Oval Peridot Green Turquoise Round Drops 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Peridot size 10 x 12 mm set in 14 kt solid yellow gold on the top and 2 Green Turquoise round drops of 16
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Peridot, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Arizona Turquoise Diamond Tennis Line Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Arizona Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Tennis Line Bracelet features twelve oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Blue Topaz Oval Shape Genuine Turquoise Round Drops 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
the top and 2 Genuine Turquoise Round drops measuring 13x33 mm on the bottom.
In 1978 our workshop
Category
2010s Thai Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD Huge Dramatic Natural Turquoise and Real Bamboo Coral Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This natural highly polished Chinese Turquoise is enhanced with polished round and polished chunks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
$260 Sale Price
55% Off
Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Earrings Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 3.38 carats turquoise gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,287 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Earrings Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 3.38 carats turquoise gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 7.93 carats Arizona turquoise
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold
Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 7.93 carats Arizona turquoise
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
AJD 38 Inch Elisa Turquoise Dangles and Flat White Keshi Pearls necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique 38-Inch Elisa Turquoise and White Flat Keshi Pearl Necklace
Elevate your jewelry collection
Category
2010s American Artisan Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Mixed Metal
$798 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Art Deco Ring Diamond Turquoise Onyx Platinum Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond, turquoise & onyx cocktail ring (circa 1920s to 1930s
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, Platinum
58.91 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
58.91 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Pendant Necklace Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 1.44 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I )
Turquoise Wt. :- 8.28 Ct.
Necklace Length
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,832 Sale Price
20% Off
62.05 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
62.05 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
50.00 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
50.00 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
58.55 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
58.55 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
52.40 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
52.40 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
56.12 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
56.12 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemston
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
59.49 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
59.49 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
51.26 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
51.26 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
60.24 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
60.24 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
53.80 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
53.80 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
49.70 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
49.70 Carats Turquoise Arizona Cabochons 2 Pieces Pair For Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Gemstone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Turquoise
Genuine Carved Turquoise Blue Sapphire Cabochons 14 Kt Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Irregular Exagon shape Turquoise measuring 26 x 33 mm. and 6 mm thick with 2 small round Blue
Category
Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Natural Oval Turquoise Diamonds Two Tones 14kt Gold Vintage Style Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic ring with an oval Turquoise measuring 10x12 mm. set in a yellow gold bezel and surrounded
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
AJD Chunky Large Polished Turquoise and Carnelian Gorgeous 21 1/2" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These enormous polished chunks of Turquoise are enhanced with highly polished orange Carnelians to
Category
2010s Contemporary Used Turquoise Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold Plate
$380 Sale Price
44% Off
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Used Turquoise Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of used turquoise jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 7742 vintage editions and 4588 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of used turquoise jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a choice in our collection of used turquoise jewelry has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Van Cleef
Arpels, SCALA GIOIELLI and Cartier are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. Finding an object in our assortment of used turquoise jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3432 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Used Turquoise Jewelry?
On average, a piece of used turquoise jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $2,605, while they’re typically $25 on the low end and $495,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
The Legacy of Turquoise in Jewelry Design
The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
Find antique and vintage turquoise rings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Questions About Used Turquoise Jewelry
- What is jewelry used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Jewelry is used for a variety of purposes. Often, people wear it purely to enhance the visual appeal of their ensembles. Jewelry can fill in a neckline, draw attention to the wearer's face or add sparkle and color to outfits. Jewelry can also have a symbolic function. For example, an engagement ring signifies the promise to one day wed, while a cross necklace is a sign of a person's religious faith. Some jewelry also has a practical purpose. Examples include signet rings once used to seal letters and prayer beads utilized during religious worship. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- What jewelry do men use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Men use many types of jewelry. Men wear rings, bracelets, earrings and necklaces. There are no rules when it comes to fashion and accessorizing. Men are free to wear any type of jewelry that appeals to them, whether it's a string of pearls, a gold cuff bracelet, a statement ring or a pair of diamond stud earrings. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Amethyst has also been used to make jewelry such as beads, cabochons, tumbled stone, faceted stones, and many other ornaments. As it is believed, amethyst jewelry helps to reduce rage and keeps you calm. Find an exquisite collection of antique and vintage amethyst jewelry from different periods on 1stDibs.
- Is tourmaline used in jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, tourmaline comes in a variety of colors and is often used in jewelry. These gemstones come in different depths of color and can be confused with other gemstones, but they are quite desirable in their own right. Find an assortment of tourmaline jewelry from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Turquoise jewelry is generally worth between $1 and $10 per carat because it’s not considered a very rare stone.
- Is used jewelry worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024Yes, used jewelry may be worth something. Precious metals and gemstones often retain their value over time, and both fine and costume jewelry may have value beyond the potential selling price of its materials due to its age, style, type, condition and other factors. The maker can also greatly impact value, as collectors often seek pieces from well-known jewelry houses like Cartier, Tiffany Co., Harry Winston, Van Cleef Arpels, Bulgari, Buccellati, Chopard, Boucheron and Graff. If you're curious as to how much pieces in your collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can be of assistance. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A bluestone used for jewelry corresponds to the throat chakra, communication, and clarity. It has different meanings, but widely it is used for helping resolve conflict, speak from the heart, and achieve mental focus clarity. There are a variety of options available Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Lapis, Lazuli, Kyanite, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of bluestone jewelry with different styles and patterns.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Seed pearls are small pearls that get their name from their diminutive size. They’re sometimes used in jewelry today but were most popular during the 18th and 19th centuries. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern seed pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The quality of the diamonds used in Gucci jewelry and watches varies. However, the luxury maker has a reputation for being selective about its materials. As a result, most diamonds utilized by Gucci carry clarity ratings of VVS to VS clarity and color ratings of F or G. Gemologists working for the luxury fashion house individually select each stone from supplies provided through conflict-free mining activities. Find a range of Gucci jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
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2000s Cavalli
Vintage Cavalli Gown
Beige Maxi Gown
Used Mermaid Dress
Y2k Gown
Y2k Vintage Dress
Roberto Cavalli Gowns 2000s
2003 Vintage Roberto Cavalli
Seashell Dressed
Roberto Cavalli Seashell
Mens Moonstone
Turquoise Grasshopper