1.57" Polished Chilean Turquoise (11.6 grams) Nugget

About Chilean Turquoise

Turquoise is a prized gemstone known for its captivating shades of blue to green, formed through the interaction of copper, aluminum, and phosphate in arid, mineral-rich environments. Throughout history, it has been valued by many cultures for its beauty and rarity. Chilean turquoise, though less widely known than material from regions like the American Southwest or Iran, offers its own distinctive appeal. It is primarily mined in northern Chile, particularly in the Atacama Desert near cities like Copiapó and Ovalle, where copper mining is abundant. This turquoise often exhibits vivid blue to blue-green tones, frequently accented by striking veins of brown, black, or golden matrix. Its bold coloration and earthy character make Chilean turquoise a unique and sought-after variety among collectors and jewelry artisans alike.