Turquoise Freeforms

Description

Our turquoise freeforms come from the Arizona stock of turquoise. Turquoise is a beloved gemstone for its unique colors. There are many forms of turquoise, some being more costly than others (such as those from mines that are no longer producing, though there can be other reasons such as rarity). We are happy to bring you these very affordable freeforms. We currently have 2 pieces, but more are on the way. Get yourself a piece today!

Options:

1. Approx. 1.75″ long X 1.00, 21g
2. Approx. 1.75″ long X 0.75″, 11g
3. Approx. 1.50″, 26g

These turquoise freeforms are WYSIWYGs.

For those who are unfamiliar with WYSIWYG, it means: What You See Is What You Get. Pieces identified as WYSIWYGs are not a random pull of stones that are similar to the one(s) pictured. Instead, you receive the actual piece that is pictured.

Lean About Turquoise

Turquoise is a copper aluminum phosphate with the chemical formula CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8·4H2O. Its color ranges from sky blue to green, depending on the amount of copper and iron present. It belongs to the turquoise group. Other members of this group include the chalcosiderite-turquoise series, the planerite-turquoise series, and faustite.

Turquoise is a secondary mineral, forming through the weathering of copper-bearing rocks. It’s often found in arid climates, where it fills veins and cavities in volcanic or sedimentary rocks.

Historically significant sources of turquoise include Iran, Egypt, Tibet, and the American Southwest. Today, major mining locations include Iran, China, the United States (primarily in Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico), and parts of Africa and South America. If you would like to learn more about turquoise, click this link.

If you would like to see some raw turquoise from a closed mine, check them out here.

Please Note:

1. Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
2. The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences. We take our own product photos at this time. We are experimenting with lighting as we go.
3. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
4. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.