Raw Turquoise WYSIWYG Lots

Description

These raw turquoise WYSISWYG lots are lovely and come in a variety of grain sizes. Take your pick of 11 different lots!

Product Notes:

• Our raw turquoise is priced by price per carat. We are using the price per carat price for grams (5 carats = 1 gram). HUGE discount! Some pieces have more matrix than others. Given this and the measurement of these stones on the Turquoise Quality Index (approx. 76 on the scale), we have priced our lots at more than fair prices. We even reduced the grams we have charged on some pieces if they are matrix heavy.
• Our vendor has told us that this stock comes from the old Bell Trading Post/Maisel/Sunbell stock used for their famous jewelry. This stock is believed to be from the closed Blue Diamond Mine in Nevada.
• These are raw turquoise pieces in mixed lots. Sold by weight (except where reduced); 1 gram = 5 carats.
• Size information: XS to L (0.312-1.375″)

Lots:

• Gravel #1- XS, grain size ranges from 5/16-5/8”, approx. 5.442 grams (27.21 carats)
• Gravel #2- XS, grain size ranges from 5/16-5/8”, approx. 5.482 grams (27.41 carats)
• S-M #1- Grain sizes range from 0.50-1”, approx. 2.582 grams (12.91 carats), matrix heavy
• S-M #2- Grain sizes range from 0.50-1”, approx. 4.382 grams (21.91 carats)
• S-M #3- Grain sizes range from 0.50-1”, approx. 4.530 grams (22.65 carats)
• S-M #4- Grain sizes range from 0.50-1”, approx. 3.709 grams (18.54 carats)
• M #1- Grain sizes range from 5/8-1”, approx. 2.916 grams (14.58 carats)
• M #2- Grain sizes range from 5/8-1”, approx. 1.669 grams (8.34 carats)
• M #3- Grain sizes range from 7/8-1 3/8, approx. 3.810 grams (19.05 carats)
• M #4- Grain sizes range from 7/8-1 3/8, approx. 3.874 grams (19.37 carats)
• L #1- Grain sizes range from 7/8-1 3/8, approx. 4.919 grams (24.59 carats)

These raw turquoise lots 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.

A Bit About Turquoise

Turquoise is a blue to green mineral that belongs to the phosphate mineral group, with a chemical composition of copper aluminum phosphate. It is formed through the secondary alteration of copper deposits in arid environments, often in association with other minerals like limonite and malachite. Turquoise is primarily mined in countries such as the United States (specifically Arizona and Nevada), Mexico, Iran, and China. The mineral is extracted through both traditional mining methods and modern techniques to obtain the turquoise gemstones used in jewelry and ornamental objects. If you would like to learn more, click this link.

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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.
3. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
4. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.