Antonette Mart Navajo Handmade SS Kingman Turquoise Necklace. 18 inch Gun metal chain

Antionette Mart Navajo Handmade SS Kingman Turquoise Necklace. Gun metal chain 

Turquoise is an opaque gemstone prized for its distinctive blue to green color, often marked with natural veining called a matrix. It forms from hydrated copper and aluminum minerals, with its color influenced by the amount of copper (blue tones) or iron (greener hues) present. Found in regions such as the southwestern United States, Iran, and China, turquoise has been used in jewelry and cultural artifacts for thousands of years, especially by Native American and ancient Persian civilizations. It ranks about 5–6 on the Mohs hardness scale, so it requires gentle care to avoid scratches and damage. Turquoise is widely valued for its natural beauty and is often associated with protection, healing, and good fortune.