Hubei Compressed Turquoise with Copper Painted Edge 20mm Dyed Multi Color Heart Bead - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Pink Tourmaline It is also somewhat delicate

It is also somewhat delicate with a hardness ranging from 5-5

It's a prized gem

It is believed to hold earth and fire energies and to aid in remaining calm and grounded

People have treated turquoise for centuries using various treatment methods

Howlite can be easily dyed and is often treated to be blue for use as a substitute for turquoise

Hubei Compressed Turquoise with Copper Painted Edge 20mm Dyed Multi Color Heart Bead - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Pink Tourmaline It is also somewhat delicateHubei Turquoise is sourced from Hubei Province in Northern China, one of the most recognized turquoise producing regions in the world. This material is known for its vivid blues, rich greens, and bold black spiderweb matrixcreating highly distinctive, one of a kind beads. This collection features material sourced from the Joo shahn County mines, including the Chin goo 808 Mine, known for producing turquoise with strong color contrast and dramatic