September 29th, 2009
Turquoise is a particularly problematic stone when it comes to verifying its authenticity. It consists of a phosphate of aluminium, colored by copper and traces of iron. Some gemologists believe that the beautiful blue color is produced by a complex ion formed from copper and ammonium. The finest colored material is mined and worked in Iran, its colors range from the highly desirable sky blue to a bluish green. Besides, The color of turquoise is sometimes affected by the acid perspiration of certain wearers. When this happens, the stone will become green or greenish, as it also does if it becomes too warm. The color is also affected by the alcohol content in perfume, hair sprays and cosmetics. Ranging from blue-green, to yellow-green with grey, black or brown veining .
The stones were first exported to Germany, where they became known as Turkisher Steins, which translates as “Turkish stones”. When the stones reached France, the German name became translated into Pierre turquoise - stone of Turkey. That’s why turquoise jewelry got its name from the Turkish merchants who first carried this beautiful and very desirable blue stone to Europe for trade.
Trudging the commercial trade routes from the East, they drove great camel caravans burdened with sacks of exotic, aromatic spices, bolts of cloth encrusted with gemstones and interwoven with gold and silver threads, and all kinds of pearl jewelry and other treasures.
Turquoise is porous, so contact with liquids, oils or even perspiration should be avoided. Jewelry should be removed before washing. Turquoise is commonly impregnated with plastic, colorless oil or wax to improve color and increase durability. Untreated turquoise will eventually turn green. As genuine Chinese green turquoise jewelry is expensive, reconstituted turquoise is made today. Crafted from real turquoise chips fused with other stones to cut the cost. Turquoise is the birthstone for the month of December.
As to Chinese Turquoise, much Chinese turquoise was used for artistic carving and turquoise jewelry, which has always been popular in the Orient. In China, Turquoise dates to the thirteenth century A.D. Although most brought from trade with the Persians, Turks, Tibetans, and the Mongols. Tibet had it’s own source of turquoise usually a green cast, very hard stone with significant amount of spider webbing. The Tibetans highly revered turquoise and was used in many areas as currency.
Turquoise is believed to protect the wearer from danger. In various countries, it is believed to fade when illness or danger is near. Another belief is that a fading stone indicates a lover’s faithlessness or a friend’s disaffection.
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September 2nd, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 6-7mm smooth on both sides pearl strands in glaucous color
Product Description:
Product ID: fsn004
Pearl Size: 6-7mm
Pearl Color: glaucous freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 23 Grams
Pearl Category: Nugget shape pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: We wholesale 6-7mm smooth on both sides pearl strands. You will like this glaucous nugget freshwater pearl strand. It is delicate in design, it will go perfectly with your temperament. This strand is excellent in luster. Come on and book it! The price is for one strand.
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September 2nd, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 6-7mm smooth on both sides pearl strands in sanguine color
Product Description:
Product ID: fsn018
Pearl Size: 6-7mm
Pearl Color: sanguine color freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 23 Grams
Pearl Category: Nugget shape pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: 6-7mm sanguine nugget freshwater pearl strands will make you look more ebullient and lovely. It is good for you. The quality is high and the luster is fine. Choose it, you will like this smooth on both sides pearl strand. The price is for one piece please remember.
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September 1st, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 6-7mm natural white smooth on both sides pearl strands
Product Description:
Product ID: fsn001
Pearl Size: 6-7mm
Pearl Color: Natural white freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 23 Grams
Pearl Category: Nugget shape pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: Nugget freshwater pearls are on wholesale. Natural white smooth on both sides pearl strands are suitable for the delicate necklace, delicate bracelet, delicate rings and so on. We can offer you different color to choose if you like. Go for it. The price is for one 6-7mm strand.
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September 1st, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 8-9mm natural white freshwater round pearl strands
Product Description:
Product ID: fsrs026
Pearl Size: 8-9mm
Pearl Color: Natural white freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 36 Grams
Pearl Category: Round freshwater pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: Great choice. This is our new product. We sure you will like this kind of natural white freshwater pearl strands. They are high quality and great luster. You can use them for any occasion. Please kindly notice that the list price is only for one strand.
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September 1st, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 8-9mm natural white freshwater round pearl strands
Product Description:
Product ID: fsrs020
Pearl Size: 8-9mm
Pearl Color: Natural white freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 35 Grams
Pearl Category: Round freshwater pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: We sure you will like this kind of natural white freshwater pearl strands. They are high quality and great luster. You can use them for any occasion. We provide you some other color: pink and purple. Great choice! Please kindly notice that the list price is only for one strand.
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September 1st, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 8-9mm natural purple freshwater round pearl strands
Product Description:
Product ID: fsrs022
Pearl Size: 8-9mm
Pearl Color: Natural purple freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 35 Grams
Pearl Category: Round freshwater pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: The purple freshwater pearl strands can make you look more elegant and junoesque. These freshwater pearls are high quality and fine luster. We sure you will like them. Waiting for your order. The price is for one strand.
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September 1st, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 8-9mm natural pink freshwater round pearl strands
Product Description:
Product ID: fsrs021
Pearl Size: 8-9mm
Pearl Color: Natural pink freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 35 Grams
Pearl Category: Round freshwater pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: These freshwater pearl strands are delicate handmade pearl strands. You can choose the pink one to make them into whatever jewelry as you like. The quality is high and the luster is fine. We sure you will like them. Waiting for your order. The price is for one strand.
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August 29th, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 9-10mm natural white freshwater round pearl strands
Product Description:
Product ID: fsrs023
Pearl Size: 9-10mm
Pearl Color: Natural white freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 48 Grams
Pearl Category: Round freshwater pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: We sure you will like this kind of natural white freshwater pearl strands. This color is timeless. You can use them to make whaterever jewelry for any occasion. We provide you some other color: pink and purple. Great choice! The list price is only for one strand.
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August 29th, 2009
Wholesale pearl jewelry : 9-10mm natural purple freshwater round pearl strands
Product Description:
Product ID: fsrs025
Pearl Size: 9-10mm
Pearl Color: Natural purple freshwater pearl
Strand Weight: 48 Grams
Pearl Category: Round freshwater pearl
Strand’s Length: About 15.5 inches
Remark: These purple freshwater purple strands are offered by LP store. They are high quality and good luster. You can use them to make some accessories as you like. Welcome to book them. The list price is only for one strand.
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