Inlaid Turquoise Lapis Stainless Steel Pocket Knife.

This Inlaid Turquoise Lapis Silver Pocket Knife is a master work of art! Hand cut pieces of block Turquoise, block Lapis, and genuine Ironwood have been perfectly inlaid in shining brass channels on the handle of this hand made knife. The mix of gemstones creates a vibrant pattern of contrasting colors that engage the eye. The polished silver tone Stainless Steel ends give off a high shine. The handle to this knife is 4-1/8" long and the stainless steel blade is 3" in length. It is labeled Stainless and hand made. Inlaid designs may vary only slightly.

Turquoise is a highly sought-after mineral and is possibly the most valuable, non-transparent mineral in the jewelry trade. It has been mined for eons since at least 6000 BC by early Egyptians. Aztecs reserved turquoise for the gods and it was not to be worn by mere mortals. Its history also includes beautiful ornamental creations by Native Americans and Persians. Today, it is more popular than ever and its use around the world is prolific. The finest turquoise comes from Iran but is challenged by some southwestern United States specimens. The name comes from a French word, which means stone of Turkey, from where Persian material passed on its way to Europe.