Oct 12, 2025 · The small mine, outside Austin NV, produced turquoise, faucite and variscite, sometime from the same vein. Turquoise and variscite are closely related but chemically different.

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Feb 24, 2026 · These were acquired in a collection from the 1980’s. I was told they may be Lander Blue, but I’m no expert and would appreciate some solid opinions from this group, or advice to where I can …

Jul 14, 2017 · A quick introduction: According to Durango Silver Company, "Chinese turquoise accounts for over 60% of the stones sold in the United States, due to the scarcity of American turquoise. …

Jan 18, 2011 · Turquoise is a soft material, 4 – 5 on the mohs scale, which means most turquoise can be scratched with a penny. So, it is very common for a turquoise dealer to stabilize the stone. There …

Apr 8, 2024 · I have some cabs from the Bluebird turquoise mine that I purchased from Jason back n the 1990s: By the way, your map and information shows the Nevada mine in the Reese River …

Aug 31, 2025 · Found this in a local antique store, with a dealer from whom I’ve gotten some native jewelry. The ring is obviously brand new. The stone looks odd to me - the veining seems real, but is …

Aug 23, 2024 · The turquoise is inexpensive treated stone, probably Kingman, and at the time would have been considered near bottom shelf in terms of price and quality. These were usually delivered …

Oct 15, 2018 · I found this chart depicting all kinds of block turquoise available to purchase. Always be aware of what you are buying! I found that gently “tapping” the stone against my teeth is a good test …

Sep 24, 2024 · Production piecework handmade squash, using fairly low quality stabilized turquoise stones. Likely Navajo. Commercially produced standard bench beads. This piece was likely made …