Turquoise
Hardness: 5 – 6
Turquoise was first mined in the Sinai Desert over 6000 years ago. Today, Turquoise is abundant in the Southwestern US and there is no denying the popularity of this stone that is associated with the Native American Indians. American Indians carve Turquoise into gorgeous jewelry. Turquoise enables us to speak the truth and tell others exactly what we want. Hey, Sagittarians, this is another one of your stones.
Interesting Tidbits: If you hear anyone referring to a hydrated copper, aluminum sulfate crystal, you will know that they are talking about Turquoise, the stone also known by it’s chemical composition. The mottled inclusions on the Turquoise are usually Pyrite. Wear a pendant of Turquoise to ease communication.
Interesting Tidbits: Blue howlite is sometimes sold as Turquoise. Make sure you feel the indentations that Turquoise has and Blue Howlite doesn’t have.
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