TURQUOISE JEWELLERY FOR HEALING

Beauty secrets for older womenHome » Shopping and Product Reviews » Jewelry Diamonds Join Sign in EzineArticles - Expert Authors Sharing Their Best Original Articles Search Lee Dobbins Platinum Quality Author Platinum Author | 1,223 Articles Joined: April 9, 2005 United States The Lore And Beauty Of Turquoise By Lee Dobbins | Submitted On April 26, 2005 Recommend Article Article Comments Print Article Expert Author Lee Dobbins Turquoise has been sought after for centuries for it's beauty and healing powers. Well known for it's uses in Native American jewelry and carvings, it has been used for centuries and dates back to ancient Egypt as evidenced by turquoise jewelry found in the ancient Egyptian tombs. This popular stone can range in color from vivid sky blue to a yellowish green color and is found in mines all over the world. Although quite porous in nature, most turquoise has been stabilized for use in modern jewelry which renders it less apt to chip and protects it from discoloration due to exposure from body oils. Turquoise can be strung as beads, carved into animal fetishes and combined with a variety of other stones to make striking handmade jewelry. Turquoise gem stones are reputed to have powerful healing properties. This stone is said to help with public speaking as well as enhance calmness and creativity. The wearer of turquoise my also notice improved wisdom and honesty as well as a new sense of empathy. It has also been used to help enhance relationships, strengthen the bond in friendships and allow one to have a better connection with their inner self. It's healing properties are associated with the respiratory, skeletal and digestive systems and has long been used to cleanse the body of toxins. Turquoise is mined in many places around the world including Iran, China, Turkey, Persia, Egypt adnNorth America. The color of the stone depends on the minerals that are in the ground. Blue stones are found where copper is present, green stones are found where iron is present a yellowish green stone which is quite rare is found where zinc is present and the White Buffalo turquoise found in Nevada is mined where there are no minerals present. If you wear turquoise jewelry, take care to clean it carefully. This porous stone can be easily damaged if submerged in chemical cleaners. Never use steam or ultrasonic cleaners for your gemstone jewelry. The gentlest method of cleaning is to dip a Q-tip in warm soapy water and wipe the stone with that - wipe again with plain water to remove any soap residue. Lee Dobbins is owner and editor of Artisan Jewelry Online where you can learn more about turquoise jewelry. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Lee_Dobbins/6097 0 Comments | Leave a Comment Did you find this article helpful? Happy Face0 Sad Face0 Viewed 888 times Word count: 363 Article Tools EzinePublisher Report this article Cite this article Stay Informed Subscribe to New Article Alerts: Shopping and Product Reviews: Jewelry-Diamonds Lee Dobbins Email Address Subscribe We will never sell or rent your email address. Jewelry Diamonds Article Feed Jewelry Diamonds Article Feed Find More Articles Search Similar Articles Turquoise Jewelry Is Magnificent How to Find Authentic Vintage Turquoise Jewelry and Native American Bead Work Collecting Turquoise Jewelry - Beauty and History of the Southwest in Blue and Silver Mens Turquoise Jewelry For Wealth and Protection Why You Should Be Thinking About Buying Turquoise Jewelry Razzle-Dazzle 'Em With Vintage Turquoise Jewelry The Times of Turquoise Jewelry Turquoise Jewelry - Both Beautiful And Versatile Turquoise Jewelry - A Historical Concept With Modern Appeal Native American Turquoise Jewelry Has Legendary Beauty and Power Recent Articles Opal Jewelry - Necklace Halo Engagement Rings: The New Trendsetter in the Market Diamonds and Marquise Cuts With Fascinating History and and Enchanting Present How Diamonds Became the Stone for Engagement Engagement Rings Gurus Share the Most Common Marriage Proposal Mistakes Selecting an Amazing Swiss Timepiece The Benefits of Owning a Prestigious Watch Tips To Consider When Buying Jewelry World Championship Rings What to Keep in Mind When Purchasing Jewelry Online EzineArticles.com About Us FAQ Contact Us Member Benefits Privacy Policy Shop Site Map Blog Training Video Library Advertising Affiliates Cartoons Authors Submit Articles Members Login Premium Membership Expert Authors Endorsements Editorial Guidelines Terms of Service Publishers Terms Of Service Ezines / Email Alerts Manage Subscriptions EzineArticles RSS © 2017 EzineArticles All Rights Reserved Worldwide