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Navajo Green Turquoise Pendant
Green Turquoise (Royston Mine) with tan and brown intermixed within. The sterling silver has incredible detail with different patterns and textures along the sides and on the bail.
Nation: Navajo
Measurements: ~2-3/8" long from top of bail x 1-1/4" wide
Artist: M&R Calladitto (stamped)
Turquoise is a hydrous phosphate of aluminum and copper, found mainly in massive form and in colors ranging from blue to green, depending upon the content of copper it is associated with. Turquoise was originally imported from Turkey, where it derives its name. Turquoise, the "fallen sky stone", has for over 7000 years been valued by cultures for its beauty. It is reputed to have spiritual and life-giving qualities, and it is highly prized by Native Americans. As legend goes, a long time ago someone noticed a clear blue line running through gray rock, and saw the imagery of sky and water in the stone. From that time on, turquoise has been cherished. Turquoise..... "stone of sky, stone of water, stone of blessings, good fortune, protection, good health and long life".
