Turquoise earings (1112691)

A beautiful pair of Turquoise earings set in silver - the stones measure 1.25" x 0.75". The Turquoise is from the legendary 'Sleeping Beauty mine'.

The name turquoise is related to the fact that is was brought to Europe from the Eastern Mediterranean by Levantine traders, more commonly known as Turks. Its been highly prized for thousands of years and was used by the ancient Egyptians, Persians, Aztecs and American Indians.
The color is, of course, turquoise, but its range varies from green and greenish blue to sky blue shades which may be why it may be seen as the stone of hope as it can remind of wide open skies.
The Aztecs mined turquoise in an area now known as New Mexico and a significant amount of turquoise comes from Arizona, California and Nevada in the United States.

Turquoise is considered to be stone of peace that decreases nervousness, tension, and stress. The gem promotes empathy, sensitivity and positive thinking. It is also highly protective.