Introduction Turquoise(Feroza) :

Turquoise(feroza) is an opaque, blue-to-green mineral that is a hydrous phosphate of copper and aluminum, known for its stunning blue-green color.It is a Nature’s Treasure and i am try to unveiling this Treasure.

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History &Detailed Turquoise(Feroza) :

For thousands of years, people have valued it like treasure for its unique hue and have used it in jewelry and decorations across various cultures. Many traditions often associate Turquoise with qualities like protection, healing, and good fortune.. Additionally, it’s the birthstone for December and holds cultural significance in Native American and Middle Eastern societies..

• Colors: Blue, Green
• Associated month: December
• Hardness (Mohs hardness scale): 5 – 6
• Chemical formula: CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O
• Birefringence: +0.040

Turquoise buried in Ancient Egyptian tombs is among the world’s oldest jewelry

The mineral first arrived in Europe from mines in the Khorasan province of Iran and Afghanistan, passing through Turkey because people also know it as Feroza due to its blue color.

Turquoise has prized as a gemstone for thousands of years. Shamans have used it in sacred ceremonies, Apache Indians have used it to improve a hunter’s accuracy, and Aztecs have adorned ceremonial masks, knives, and shields with it. The commonly associated turquoise-studded silver jewelry with Native Americans today originated in the 1880s.

Occurrence Turquoise(Feroza) :

This nature treasure(Turquoise) found in many places around the world, including:

• North America: Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and southern California
• Asia: China,Iran , and Russia
• Other: Chile, Egypt, and Mexico

The oldest turquoise mines are in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula, and the richest deposits in North America are in Arizona and Nevada. In the United States, California has also been a popular source of turquoise, with mines in San Bernardino and Inyo Counties.

Iran : Nishapur, a city in northeast Iran, has been a well-known turquoise mining area for over 2,000 years.”Many highly seek the Nishapuri Feroza, also known as Irani Feroza or turquoise, for use in jewelry and Persian crafts.”. The most valuable stones are a vivid blue color, smooth, and have minimal veining or matrix. 

Turquoise Uses :

Jewelers use turquoise as a gemstone in jewelry and as an ornamental material. They often treat it with waxing and oiling to enhance its color and luster. They may also glue finer turquoise to a stronger base for reinforcement.

Turquoise uses in several coulters through out the history

• Shamans: Used in sacred ceremonies to commune with the spirit of the sky
• Apache Indians: Believed that attaching turquoise to bows and firearms improved a hunter’s accuracy
• Aztecs: Cherished for its protective power and used on ceremonial masks, knives, and shields 

• Jewelry
• Artisans cut and polish Turquoise (Feroza) into various shapes to make rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and pendants. In contemporary Western use, artisans often cut it into cabochon for silver rings and bracelets, or tumble it for beads in necklaces.

• Decorations
• Artists use Turquoise to create decorative pieces and carvings. Throughout history, people have used it to embellish weaponry, clothing, and architectural structures.
• Feng Shui/Harmony
• You can place turquoise in homes or offices to attract wealth and positive energy. or used in Feng Shui practices.
• Healing
• Some believe that turquoise can help with sore throats, respiratory issues, allergies, migraines, bronchial issues, and panic attacks. Others believe that holding turquoise can help with feelings of weakness or upset, and help achieve balance and happiness

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