Although the mineral or gemstone known as Turquoise is considered ancient, again and again, it finds its way back to the fashion scene. Sleeping Beauty Turquoise with its shining sky blue is one of the most popular trendy colors in the world of fashion and jewelry.

In many cultures of both the Old and New Worlds, Turquoise has been esteemed for thousands of years as a holy stone, a talisman, or a source of good fortune. It has been called the 'gemstone of the peoples'. Dating back to 3000 B.C. in Egypt, grave furnishings with turquoise inlay have been discovered. These sky-blue gemstones were worn around the neck or wrist as protection against unnatural death in the ancient Persian Kingdom. If the Turquoise changed color, the wearer was thought to have reason to fear the approach of doom; however, mineralogists have now confirmed that it does indeed change color, but it isn’t due to impending danger. A change in color is can be caused by a chemical reaction brought on by cosmetics, dust or acidity of the skin, or by light.

Throughout history, people believed Turquoise was responsible for the material wellbeing of the wearer. A Persian scholar named Al-Qazwini wrote about Turquoise and said that a hand that wore it would never see poverty, and when it was worn on the turban, the wearer was protected from the ‘evil eye’. A talisman adorned sabres, daggers, and the bridles of horses with Turquoise. During the crusades they made their way to Europe and the name ‘turquoise’ originated, meaning ‘Turkish’.

Turquoise has always occupied a very special position among gemstones in South, Central, and North America. In Mexico, the Aztecs used it to decorate their ceremonial masks with this stone because it was holy according to their beliefs. The North American Indians, who still produce a good deal of traditional silver jewelry with various turquoises today, believe that the sky-blue gemstone opens up a direct connection between the sky and the sea.
All around the world, turquoises have been worn for natural protection against the powers of darkness. They prevented horses and riders from unexpected falls, and protected pilots, air crews, and other occupational groups who are exposed to an especially high degree of risk.

According to modern gemstone therapy, those individuals suffering from depression are recommended to wear turquoise necklaces or chains with turquoise beads. The cheerful color of turquoise is said to endow reticent personalities with more confidence. Countless people still give it as a gift, or a stone of friendship, because the turquoise is said to be responsible for faithfulness and constancy in relationships.

This collection of Turquoise Chandelier Dangle Earrings has Sterling Silver and 14K Gold earrings. The turquoise is used in the design of the earrings as cabochons or inlaid in intricate pieces. Why not give a gift of love, protection, and happiness to your special someone?