Vintage Estate Sterling Silver Royston Turquoise Necklace Pendant Nugget Slab

VINTAGE ESTATE STERLING SILVER ROYSTON TURQUOISE STRUNG NECKLACE PENDANT NUGGET. The world has had a fascination for turquoise for over 7000 years.

The oldest known example of any jewelry was a carved turquoise and gold bracelet found on the mummy of an Egyptian queen. In the American Southwest, Native Americans have mined turquoise since prehistoric times. Many legends surround turquoise, it is believed to bring good fortune and health. While turquoise was once used as currency in the American Southwest, it has been treasured as an adornment throughout the centuries worldwide. The evolution of turquoise jewelry from its appeal as southwestern, Native American or tourist jewelry, to one of the most coveted gems set in designer jewelry worldwide.

Coveted, that is, only if you are talking about true, genuine turquoise. And so our turquoise love story continues.

While the demand for turquoise has increased dramatically, the supply of genuine turquoise is limited. Royston is a turquoise mine located within the Royston District near Tonepah, Nevada. The Royston District consists of several mines including Royston, Royal Blue, Oscar Wehrend and Bunker Hill. Royston turquoise is known for its beautiful deep green to rich light blue colors.

The item "VINTAGE ESTATE STERLING SILVER ROYSTON TURQUOISE NECKLACE PENDANT NUGGET SLAB" is in sale since Monday, January 20, 2020. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Ethnic, Regional & Tribal\Native American\Necklaces & Pendants". The seller is "4744366" and is located in Andover, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Featured Refinements: Vintage Turquoise Necklace
Country of Origin: UNITED STATES
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Material: Stone
Metal Purity: 925
Main Stone: Turquoise
Metal: Sterling Silver
Brand: Estate
Jewelry Type: Necklaces