New Mexico Gems - American native Jewelry

One of the most adored gemstones, turquoise jewelry has gained a huge spot in the hearts of people from all over the world. Made from opaque, blue-to-green mineral, the stone has been maintaining its popularity over the decades through use in many jewelries. Ranging from bracelets to necklaces, finding these stones embedded in many jewelry types has now become a common occurrence. However, unfortunately, their popularity has also led many frauds to pop up claiming to be offering genuine Native American turquoise necklaces, while simply selling colored stones that too at expensive prices. So, to help you out with your next turquoise purchase, we have compiled some must-know things about the gemstone. Let’s have a look at them. How are they formed? Unlike traditional superstitions, these gemstones are no divine elements emerging from the sky. They are rather the gifts of nature provided to humanity by chemical reactions between copper and aluminum undergoing layers and layers below...

Turquoise has been one of the most popular gemstones used for ages for making jewelry. Famous for its healing and good-luck properties, it has a history of guarding its wearer against the evil eye. It has even been known to change color to warn the wearer against dangers. Time has further increased its popularity and increased its use in different forms of jewelry. Unfortunately, turquoise is a gemstone that has limited availability. Growing demand has led to the production of a number of imitation versions of turquoise in the markets. Produced in mass numbers, fake turquoise bracelets and other jewelry are available in large numbers. Common knowledge is limited on the authenticity of turquoise, they are easily passed off as authentic gemstones to unsuspecting customers. 1) The cost Genuine turquoise does not come in a lower price range. It is mined from limited mines throughout the world. Each mine produces a different shade of turquoise with a unique color and matrix. The green...