Qingu Turquoise OvalThis material comes from the famous turquoise producing region near Qingu in China's Hubei Provinceone of the world's most important sources of high quality turquoise. The stone displays a iron stained color with intricate black or brown matrix lines that form natural, artistic patterns. Carefully cut and polished to a brilliant finish with a smooth, rounded dome, it highlights the stone's natural luster and depth. Qingu material is highly regarded

where nature has painted intricate

a bold pendant and stud set

warm beige

Its cultural significance in Central Asian traditions adds depth

where the promise of copper fueled America's industrial dawn

Mined only during winter due to environmental constraints

wild earthy inclusions

natural elegance

The contrasting matrix adds dramatic depth and organic character

Colors evoke memories of natural sunsets to pastoral shade of lilac and lavender

Long prized for its rich azure blue and glittering golden pyrite inclusions

eye motifs