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Turquoise is Hydrated Phosphate of Copper and Aluminium: CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8·4H2O.
Mohs: 5-6
Source: Mexico
Esteemed thousands of years as a holy stone, Turquoise brings good fortune or a talisman.
Grave furnishings from Ancient Egypt have a turquoise inlay that was discovered, dating from approximately 3000 BCE.
In the ancient Persian Empire, these sky-blue gemstones were worn around the neck or wrist as protection against unnatural death.
Pliny the Elder referred to the mineral as Callais (from Ancient Greek κάλαϊς), and the Aztecs knew it as chalchihuitl.
The word Turquoise dates to the 17th century and is derived from the French turquois for “Turkish” because it was first brought to Europe through Turkey from mines in Persia.
A lucky stone gives strength:
This stone enhances creative expression and meditation.
These stones offer protection from harmful influences and evil. It attracts friendship and loyalty.
Suitable for horse and riders, eyes, headaches, fever, loins, circulation, legs, respiratory and tissue regeneration
