This is the second stage of the introduction of loose pieces purchased in Europe!
Turquoise is often thought to come from Turkey, as the name suggests, but it is so called because it was brought to Europe by Turkish traders in the past. However, its global origin is not Turkey but Iran and Afghanistan in Asia, the United States and Australia.
Especially, there are many good quality turquoise produced in Nevada and Arizona in the U.S., and the beautiful ones that can be identified the place of origin.
It is quite pricey.
Although turquoise is not a stone that can be found in Europe, it has a long history as a popular gemstone, having been brought over from ancient times as a specialty from the Asian region.
andGermany and Italy are also famous for cutting turquoise, especially in Italy, where it is used in cameos and is very popular among opaque stones along with coralWhile most people think of turquoise as casual Indian jewelry, turquoise cut and designed in Italy is distributed as fine jewelry all over the world.
During this purchase, I searched everywhere for interesting turquoise, and I had a lot of luck.
First,German cut-like turquoiseFrom.
Turquoise Pair: 28,000 (tax not included) *Sold out
First, here is a largePair of finely mirror-cut turquoise stones on the surface of a drop-shaped looseIt is.
The pale blue hue creates a nice atmosphere that is not too exaggerated despite its size.
Turquoise round: 9,000 yen (tax not included)
cogolong round \12,000(tax not included)
me tooTurquoise with geometric cuts on the surfaceIt is. With the same shapeCogolong (White Agate)It is.
The combination of pale blue and white stones is also beautiful.
Turquoise, carved in odd shapes, pair, $38,000 (tax not included)
surfaceVery beautiful turquoise with soft curved carvings ofIt is.
A very three-dimensional carved and symmetrical pair of loose pieces is good for earrings,
It would also make an interesting pendant.
Coral carving oval, #65,000 (excl. tax) *Sold out
The last one is an extra, not turquoise, but coral.
The very light pink color is beautiful,Angel skin color carved coralIt is.
The gradation of colors that gradually darkens from the center to the outlines is very beautiful.
Not only the turquoise and coral introduced, but also onyx and agate of various colors,
Opaque gemstones also have real appeal.
In the next issue, we will introduce some more unusual loose pieces!