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Semi-Precious
Given the many colors of "turquoise" as a semi precious stone, which one is the most desirable?
How can I determine the quality of a turquoise stone? What is a "stabilized" turquoise stone? How to know for sure that the turquoise I am looking at is not a fake?
Thank you in advance for all responses.
In general the purest and intense blue turquoise is the most valuable. Sometimes certain matrix patterns are desirable. Any shade a green makes it less valuable. Most turquoise is somewhat porous and therefore subject to wear and abrasion. It is stabilized with wax, epoxy, resin and other materials. The way to avoid fakes is to buy from a reputable dealer.
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