Turquoise
Approximatley 98% of all Turquoise in the world have been stabilised in some way. Stabilisation is a nessessary process for turquoise due to the stone being porous and soft, only 5-6 on the Mohs scale. Most turquoise will just break apart without stabilisation. The stabilisation of Turquoise dates back to ancient egyptian times. They would heat beeswax and let stone sit and soak the wax into its pours to harded.
Stabilised Turquoise, sometimes called Natural Turquiose has been put under pressure with a clear epoxy resin which hardens the rock. Sometimes dye is added if needed. Reconstituted or Compressed Turquoise is a soft turquiose with chalk-like consistency. The powder is dyed and stabilised. The resin, under pressure absorbs into the rock.
Naturally found in arid regions, major deposits are found in countries such as the United States, Iran, and China. Its vibrant coloration has made it a popular choice for jewellery and decorative objects. Turquoise is also esteemed for its cultural significance among Native American tribes. This mineral's enduring allure and spiritual significance continue to make it a cherished gemstone worldwide. It's also the Birthstone for December and the 11th Anniversary stone.
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Reconstituted Turquoise Large Rounded Rectangle Beads
Reconstituted Turquoise Large Rounded Rectangle 30x20mm Gemstone Beads (~13pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.Regular Price: $4.95
Special Price: $3.96
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Reconstituted Turquoise 10x14mm Oval Beads
Reconstituted Turquoise 10x14mm Oval Gemstone Beads ~38cm/15.5"Strand.Regular Price: $4.95
Special Price: $3.96
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Reconstituted Turquoise 4x6mm Rondelle Beads
Reconstituted Turquoise Rondelles 4x6mm Beads (96pce Strand) - 40cm/16" Strand.Regular Price: $4.65
Special Price: $3.72
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Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise 4mm Round Beads
Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise Round 4mm Gemstone Beads ~38cm/15.5" Strand.Regular Price: $3.70
Special Price: $2.96
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Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise 6mm Round Beads
Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise Round 6mm Gemstone Beads ~38cm/15" Strand.Regular Price: $4.15
Special Price: $3.32
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Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise 8mm Round Beads
Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise Round 8mm Gemstone Beads ~38cm/15.5" Strand.Regular Price: $4.60
Special Price: $3.68
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Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise 10mm Round Beads
Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise Round 10mm Gemstone Beads ~ 38cm/15.5" Strand.Regular Price: $6.95
Special Price: $5.56
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Reconstituted Tibetan Turquoise 12mm Round Beads
Reconstituted TibetanTurquoise Round 12mm Gemstone Beads ~38cm /15.5" Strand.Regular Price: $9.50
Special Price: $7.60
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Stabilised Turquoise 14-16mm Nugget Beads
Stabilised Turquoise 14-16mm (Approx) Nugget Beads (~25pce Strand) - 38cm/15.5" Strand.Regular Price: $13.45
Special Price: $10.76