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2. Turquoise - Wikipedia

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   Turquoise is an opaque, blue-to-green mineral that is a hydrous phosphate of copper and aluminium, with the chemical formula Cu Al 6 (PO 4) 4 8 ·4H 2 O.It is rare and valuable in finer grades and has been prized as a gemstone for millennia due to its hue.

3. Wikipedia : Today's featured article/December 29, 2004

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   The word "turquoise" is very old and of uncertain origin, derived from the French pierre turquoise, meaning "Turkish stone." This is thought to have arisen from a misconception: turquoise does not occur in Turkey but was traded there, and the gem became associated with the country in the West.

4. Turquoise (color) - Wikipedia

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   Turquoise (/ ˈ t ɜːr k (w) ɔɪ z / TUR-k(w)oyz) is a cyan color, based on the mineral of the same name.The word turquoise dates to the 17th century and is derived from the French turquois, meaning 'Turkish', because the mineral was first brought to Europe through Turkey from mines in the historical Khorasan province of Iran (Persia) and Afghanistan today.

5. Gemstone Meanings: Power and Significance of the 25 Most ...

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   Here are the most popular gemstone meanings. ... “Long prized for its healing properties, turquoise occurs naturally in several areas of the world, including the American southwest and Tibetan ...

6. Agate - Wikipedia

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   Agate (/ ˈ æ ɡ ɪ t / AG-it) is a variety of chalcedony, [1] which comes in a wide variety of colors. Agates are primarily formed within volcanic and metamorphic rocks.The ornamental use of agate was common in ancient Greece, in assorted jewelry and in the seal stones of Greek warriors, [2] while bead necklaces with pierced and polished agate date back to the 3rd millennium BCE in the Indus ...

7. 26 Most Popular Kitchen Paint Colors Throughout the Decades

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   According to Williams, turquoise was the perfect mix between tranquility and colorful, which is why it was so popular in 2005. “It merged the two desires of the decade effortlessly, and it had a ...

8. Every Pantone Color of the Year Since 2000

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   2010: Turquoise Serene and invigorating, Turquoise is the best of blue and green. Similar to tropical waters, the soothing color inspires a comforting escape from the troubles of everyday life.

9. Howlite - Wikipedia

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   Howlite is commonly used to make decorative objects such as small carvings or jewelry components. Because of its porous texture, howlite can be easily dyed to imitate other minerals, especially turquoise because of the superficial similarity of the veining patterns. Howlite is also sold in its natural state, sometimes under the trade names of ...