Tibet Gemstones----Turquoise

Turquoise is an opaque, blue-to-green mineral that is a hydrous phosphate of copper and aluminium, with the chemical formula CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8·4H2O. It is rare and valuable in finer grades and has been prized as a gem and ornamental stone for thousands of years owing to its unique hue.

In Tibet, gem-quality Turquoise exist in the mountains of Derge and Nagari-Khorsum in the east and west of the region respectively.

Turquoise is a truth stone, it symbolizes the time to be honest with yourself and brings good fortune. It is one of the oldest stones known.

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