Lapis Sterling Silver
September 29th, 2009
Turquoise the Blue Stone of Intrigue and Desire
Turquoise the Blue Stone of Intrigue and Desire
Turquoise – A stone that has a unique and mystical attraction.
What come to mind when you hear the word Turquoise? Most of use probably let our thoughts speed off to the Southwest and Indian Country. It does seem to be a fact that most turquoise is found in arid climates and where copper is found.
It is know wonder then that the important turquoise states are Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and Colorado. Some more expensive turquoise comes from Iran and Tibet, where in most cases the matrix is black. The USA matrix is usually brown to white. Another location on earth of quality turquoise is Chuquicamata, Chile.
Some Scientific Facts that you may or may not be interested in:
The environment in most cases is a secondary near surface mineral, forming veins in weathering copper and alumina-rich rocks of desert regions. If you are a scientist at heart you probably already know that the chemical composition is: Turquoise – CuA1-6(PO-4)4(OH)8-4H20
Ok, now on to another aspect of the Blue Stone:
Turquoise Its Healing and Spiritual Properties.
There are those who believe that many stones have energy properties to them. It’s not my thing since my wife and I are believers in Jesus Christ and Jehovah God.
Their beliefs are that the turquoise with the black lines in them are called Navajo turquoise and help you to stay in a state of love and connectedness with others. Thus making you feel at home no matter where you are. Another feature of the stone is that it supposedly draws out negative vibrations from a person by placing the turquoise under your feet. This dissipates negative energy by drawing it from the body.
One of the Native American Legends of Turquoise:
When the Rains came the Native American Indians danced and rejoiced. Their tears of joy mixed with the rain soaking into mother earth to become the SkyStone – Turquoise.
The sky stone – turquoise has been cherished by the Native American Indians for its beauty and imagined spiritual and life giving powers for thousands of years.
One of the longest lasting marriages of stone and metal is the joining of Turquoise to Sterling Silver and this marriage has been mastered by the Navajo Silversmiths. It is beleived that this art began in the late 1880′s in the Four Corners region or Dinetah area to the Navajo. Turquoise is not the only stone used by the Navajo silversmiths. The Navajo love color so you are likely to find red Coral, purple Sugilite, dark blue Lapis, green Malachite and many other beautiful combinations.
We hope you enjoyed this brief article of turquoise and the Navajo. To enjoy some of their works of art we invite you to visit the links below.
The Best to All,
Larry & Gerry Foss
Wolf Heart Turquoise Jewelry USA
About the Author
My wife and I live in New Mexico and have always enjoyed the hand made jewelry and collectibles of the Navajo and Zuni Indians. We are happy to offer you Quality Navajo Indian Jewelry and Zuni Fetishes – Stone carvings at our Yahoo web store http://www.wolfheartturquoisejewelryusa.com Click Here – Wolf Heart Turquoise Jewelry USA
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Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Beaded Collar Necklace $584.5 Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Beaded Collar Necklace Genuine gemstone necklace. Gemstone beads are intricately woven over a clear rubber collar and finished with a magnetic clasp. Position the clasp at the back for an all-bead necklace look or attach one of our matching sliders, pendants or drops drop and turn the clasp to the front to present an attractive, contemporary design element. Specifications: Lapis Lazuli Beaded, .925 Sterling Silver, Made in the USA, Available in 16 and 18 Inches |
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Sterling Silver Stackable Lapis Cabochon Ring – Size 7 $100.5 Sterling Silver Stackable Lapis Cabochon Ring – Size 7 Sterling silver rings make being fashionable look easy. Stay ahead of the curve with this bold design. Specifications: Sterling Silver, Rhodium Plated, 10 x 7mm Lapis Cabochon, 13mm, Size 7 |
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Sterling Silver Stackable Lapis Cabochon Ring – Size 8 $100.5 Sterling Silver Stackable Lapis Cabochon Ring – Size 8 Sterling silver rings make being fashionable look easy. Stay ahead of the curve with this bold design. Specifications: Sterling Silver, Rhodium Plated, 10 x 7mm Lapis Cabochon, 13mm, Size 8 |
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Lapis lazuli dangle earrings, ‘Silver Serenity’ (India) $47.99 The serene blue of lapis lazuli finds a home in elegant earrings. By Kalyani Gupta, they feature 20 gemstone karats embraced by sterling silver. .925 Sterling silver |
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Lapis lazuli dangle earrings Silver Serenity (India) $47.99 The serene blue of lapis lazuli finds a home in elegant earrings. By Kalyani Gupta, they feature 20 gemstone karats embraced by sterling silver. .925 Sterling silver |
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Sterling Silver Sun Moon with Lapis Pendant $111.09 Plum Island Silver Company is a leading supplier of Sterling Silver Jewelry. We have one of the largest selections of Sterling Silver Jewelry in the world. Our customer service is unexcelled. Give us a try and see why we are America s Favorite Sterling Silver Supplier . Sterling silver SUN amp; MOON W/ LAPIS PENDANT |
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Lapis, Pearl & Crystal Jewelry $99.99 “>>>Lapis, Pearl & Crystal Necklace:> Includes genuine lapis lazuli, freshwater cultured pearls, glass beads and Swarovski crystals. Sterling silver hook and eye clasp. 17” with 3” extender chain.>> >> >> >>>Lapis, Pearl & Crystal Earrings:> Includes genuine lapis lazuli, freshwater cultured pearls, and Swarovski crystals. Sterling silver ear hook.>>>>>” |
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Sterling Silver 9 Inch Liquid Silver Lapis Bead Anklet $32.37 Plum Island Silver Company is a leading supplier of Sterling Silver Jewelry. We have one of the largest selections of Sterling Silver Jewelry in the world. Our customer service is unexcelled. Give us a try and see why we are America s Favorite Sterling Silver Supplier . LIQUID SILVER ANKLET WITH LAPIS BEADS |
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JeGem Sterling Silver Deep Blue Lapis Bracelet $160.99 Material: sterling silverStone(s): 3 top-grade authentic gold speck lapis lazuli, ornate sterling silver bead and sterling silver beadWidth (widest section): 0.7 inchInner circumference: 7.5 inchesWeight: 29.2 gramsStamp / Mark: 925 |
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JeGem Sterling Silver Deep Blue Lapis Ring $200.99 Material: sterling silverStone(s): a top-grade faceted authentic lapis lazuliRing Face Dimension: 0.8 x 0.8 x 0.4 inchWeight: 10.9 gramsRing Size: 7.5 |
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FROLIC Sterling Silver Faceted Lapis Lazuli Roundel Charm $47.66 FROLIC Sterling Silver Faceted Lapis Lazuli Roundel Charm FROLIC Collection sterling silver faceted lapis lazuli roundel bead. Create an heirloom that is full of meaning and continues to evolve as you add to your collection over the years. This slider bead fits Pandora style bracelets Specifications: Sterling Silver, 13.5 x 7mm, 4.7mm Hole Size, Faceted Lapis Lazuli, SOLD INDIVIDUALLY |
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Sterling Silver 16 Inch Liq Sil with Lapis Beads Bali Spacers amp; Lapis Pendant Necklace $61.17 Plum Island Silver Company is a leading supplier of Sterling Silver Jewelry. We have one of the largest selections of Sterling Silver Jewelry in the world. Our customer service is unexcelled. Give us a try and see why we are America s Favorite Sterling Silver Supplier . Sterling silver 16amp;quot; LIQ SIL W/ LAPIS BEADS’ BALI SPACERS amp; LAPIS PENDANT NECKLACE |
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Lapis lazuli dangle earrings, ‘Bihar Moons’ (India) $24.49 The beautiful nature of lapis lazuli shines through these earrings by Narayani. According to gemstone lore, lapis lazuli is the stone of tenderness, sympathy and love. The earrings are crafted by hand with sterling silver. .925 Sterling silver |
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Lapis lazuli flower necklace, ‘Floral Web’ (India) $154.95 Neeru Goel spins a web of beauty as she transforms sterling silver into a blossom. Centered with a single stone, the pendant hangs from a lavish necklace of lapis lazuli. Lapis is believed to access sacred knowledge. .925 Sterling silver |
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Lapis lazuli link bracelet, ‘Love Truly’ (India) $119.95 Tiny golden stars shine ethereal from the blue universe of lapis lazuli gems. Mahavir selects this unique stone for a trendy bracelet that is crafted with sterling silver. Lapis is regarded as the stone of truthfulness and love. .925 Sterling silver |
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Lapis lazuli strand necklace, ‘Forever Love’ (India) $129.95 Sterling silver planets shine from the lapis lazuli universe conjured by Narayani for the design of this necklace. Age-old beliefs hold that dreaming of lapis foretells love will be forever truthful. .925 Sterling silver |
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Lapis lazuli torsade necklace, ‘True Bliss’ (India) $104.95 Narayani designs a necklace of ravishing beauty to highlight the uniqueness of lapis lazuli. It is crafted by hand featuring four strands with sterling silver pipes. According to gemstone lore, lapis lazuli symbolizes truth. .925 Sterling silver |
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Lapis lazuli pendant necklace, ‘Royal Blue’ (India) $75.99 Lapis lazuli’s angelic blue pervades this elegant necklace by Shanker. Working in sterling silver, he adapts traditional Indian design for today’s fashion trends. Lapis is believed to access sacred knowledge. .925 Sterling silver |
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Lapis lazuli dangle earrings Bihar Moons (India) $24.49 The beautiful nature of lapis lazuli shines through these earrings by Narayani. According to gemstone lore, lapis lazuli is the stone of tenderness, sympathy and love. The earrings are crafted by hand with sterling silver. .925 Sterling silver |