Persian Turquoise
The finest turquoise comes from Iran where these pieces are
from. These stones are dense, hard, and take a nice polish. Of course for
people looking for stones with healing properties these are lovely pieces
precisely because they are 100% natural, not chemically treated and will not
need to be waxed. The most popular and famous stone in world, turquoise is a
symbol of generosity, sincerity and affection. It is thought to preserve
friendship and make friends of enemies. If you receive a piece of turquoise as a
gift it is considered good luck.
Chemistry~ MnCO3, Manganese Carbonate Chemistry: CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8*5(H2O), Hydrated Copper Aluminum Phosphate