Turquoise
Bring earthy color and timeless character to your jewelry designs with our collection of Turquoise beads. From blue and blue-green shades to beads sold under other turquoise trade names, this collection offers distinctive options for necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Pair them with silver-toned findings, warm copper accents, or neutral beads for a bold, nature-inspired look.
Natural turquoise is a hydrated copper aluminum phosphate mineral known for its blue to green coloring. It may feature contrasting veins or patches of surrounding rock, often called matrix. With a typical Mohs hardness of about 5–6, turquoise benefits from gentle handling and protection from harsh chemicals, perfume, prolonged soaking, and hard impacts. Some turquoise is stabilized or otherwise treated to improve durability or enhance its appearance.
Not every material sold with “turquoise” in its trade name is the same mineral. “Yellow Turquoise,” for example, is a trade name used for other materials rather than a yellow variety of true turquoise. Refer to individual product descriptions for known material and treatment details.
In crystal traditions, turquoise is associated with protection, wisdom, friendship, and honest communication. Its blue-green palette is often used to symbolize balance and a connection to nature, making it a thoughtful choice for intention-inspired jewelry. These associations are spiritual beliefs, not scientifically established healing benefits, and gemstones are not a substitute for medical care.
Actual colors may vary slightly due to photography, lighting, and screen settings. Listed weights and approximate bead counts may vary slightly.