Here is the thing, I seem to be "engulfed" in total "amazement" over the gem "Turquoise". So here is a bit on it :
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Turquoise is a beautiful copper-rich stone of varying shades of blue, occasionally interspersed with black lines. The color can vary from sky blue to green, but all shades seem to be popular. Since Turquoise looks good on all skin tones, it has been popular for many years in various forms (including beads, rings, bolo ties, and belt buckles).
Turquoise has a rich history. It adorned rulers of ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Persia, China, and the Aztecs. Its most well-known historical use was to decorate King Tut's burial mask and tomb. It was first introduced to Europe through Turkey, where we believe it got the name "Turquoise," which sounds like French of "Turkey." Turkey does not produce Turquoise, it was just a trading thoroughfare. Wearers of Turquoise were thought to be protected against unnatural death. It was also thought to promote well-being and affluence.
Turquoise is very soft, so should be treated carefully. It should be wiped clean with a soft cloth to remove dirt and dust. Additionally, it should be protected from bright sunlight to prevent color fading. Turquoise is a very affordable stone, which has added to its appeal in fashion jewelry. It is mined widely in the United States, Mexico, Israel, Iran, Afghanistan and China. (Source: http://www.tqdiamonds.com)
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Astrology:
Turquoise is also one of the oldest protection stone. This stone is also known as a symbol of wealth and power. Turquoise is a good gift if given to loved ones as this stone will protect them from the negative vibes and bring fortune to them. It is also known as symbol of friendship. The wearer of this stone will receive peace not only for himself but also for the whole family. This stone is good for self realization, and helps to better understand one self. It helps in balancing your emotions. It is a good stone for helping one to bond with spirituality and also helps open the Heat chakra for giving and receiving. Turquoise is a good stone for removing negativity vibrations from a person and also to keep that person protected.
The Black lined Topaz helps you stay in place of love and connected with others. Wearing it always makes you feel relaxed and provides you a feel at home wherever you are. Turquoise is a stone of truthfulness and it is very important for any person who owns it should take proper care and give proper attention to it. Since ancient times, Turquoise has adorned as jewelry for the Egyptians.
About Turquoise
Month: December
Zodiac: Capricorn, Pisces, Aquarius.
Planet: Jupiter and Venus
Effects: Muscular strength, Self Realization, Alternative Pain Healing
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Turquoise is the color of the gem turquoise. It is a slightly greenish shade of cyan. Turquoise is sometimes described as a mixture of pale blue and green. The name comes from the French word for Turkish. (Source: Wikipedia)
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