Raw Natural Turquoise Prayer Beads 108 Beads 6.5-6.7mm Turquoise Bracelet Mineral Stone High Porcelain Grade

TIBUKKYO Taiwan Derong Collections | Natural Raw Turquoise Prayer Beads 5mm 108 Beads 35.6g ◎ Size: 6.5-6.7mm ◎ Weight: 35.6g (+-1g) ◎ [Natural mineral stones may have minor natural marks or cracks on the surface as shown in the pictures. Please do not steal images; all are actual photos taken by Derong Collections] ◎ Origin: Hubei Raw Turquoise ◎ Direct shipping available to Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, and Malaysia. ◎ In-person pickup available in Taipei City. Contact us for custom design services. Turquoise, a phosphate mineral rich in copper and aluminum, derives its name from the French word "turquois," meaning "Turkish." This moniker arose because early European traders encountered the stone through Turkish merchants. Renowned for its distinctive sky blue, green, or blue-green hues, turquoise stands as one of the world's most ancient and cherished gemstones. High-grade, porcelain-like turquoise possesses a lustrous appearance; its color deepens beautifully with wear, developing a rich patina. Turquoise holds significant meaning across various cultures, revered as a sacred gemstone. Ancient Egyptians incorporated turquoise into jewelry and amulets for pharaohs, such as the famed Mask of Tutankhamun. Persians believed turquoise brought happiness and prosperity, embedding it in weapons and armor. In Buddhism, particularly Tibetan Buddhism, turquoise holds profound religious and spiritual value. Treated turquoise, such as dyed or resin-infused stones, may exhibit fluorescence under UV light. Stones that undergo artificial processes like plastic imitation or resin filling will not develop the natural color changes characteristic of genuine turquoise, nor will they show a gradual progression of this transformation. Genuine turquoise does not possess the cool, jade-like feel often associated with imitation stones. The presence or absence of powdering is not a definitive test for authenticity. Raw turquoise can sometimes exhibit powdering, though such material is typically less valuable. 【TIBUKKYO Derong Collections】Authentic vs. Imitation Turquoise Comparison Resin-infused turquoise often shows a fluorescent reaction under UV light, similar to the example pictured. Stones that appear high-grade with a vibrant blue color may, in fact, be imitations treated with resin. While many gemstone products receive a final sealing layer to ensure the integrity of the polished bead shape, turquoise exhibiting a fluorescent reaction under UV light indicates it is a heavily treated or permeated stone. Turquoise is highly valued as an exceptionally rare and precious mineral.