ORIGIN

The most common places known for good quality turquoise are Iran, Egypt, Northwest China, Mexico and the southwestern part of the United States. Although there can be mines found in many states, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada are the most common places where you will find them.

ENERGY

As the stone of cleansing, turquoise is particularly good for releasing bad habits and negative energy. Turquoise is also a calming stone that can induce internal serenity and lift depleted spirits. Because it aids tranquillity and protection,  turquoise is a great stone to accompany meditation

COLOURS

The most-prized turquoise colour is an even, intense, medium blue, sometimes referred to as robin's egg blue or sky blue. The traditional source for this colour is the Nishapur district of Iran, so you'll also hear it described as “Persian blue,” whether or not it was actually mined in Iran.

USAGE

Turquoise is a purification stone. It dispels negative energy and can be worn to protect against outside influences or pollutants in the atmosphere. Turquoise balances and aligns all the chakras, stabilising mood swings and instilling inner calm.

HEALING PROPERTIES

• Encourages empathy
• Promotes inner harmony
• Alleviates rheumatism symptoms
• Boosts psychic abilities
• Increases compassion
• Increases mental clarity
• Strengthens intuition

HOW TO USE

As a healing stone, Turquoise is among the crystal healing master stones.  Crystal healers recommend the healing powers of Turquoise for detoxification of alcohol, poison, pollution or radiation in the body, treatment of high blood pressure, asthma, infections, TMJ and dental problems.