Is there a collector market for turquoise gems?
Turquoise enjoys an avid collector market, with sibling rivalries among the various enthusiasts who see virtue in different colors, matrix variations, and mine sites.
What’s the best way to describe the value of turquoise?
Turquoise Value. In terms of value, color evenness and saturation are the most important considerations, followed closely by the degree to which the material is compact and capable of taking a good polish without stabilization. Higher values in turquoise are generally associated with darker shades and less green tint in the blue color.
When is the best time to buy turquoise jewelry?
Just as no gem collection would be complete without several representatives of this species, no jewelry collection should be without at least one piece featuring this beloved traditional December birthstone. (Turquoise is also the birthstone for those born on Saturday ). Turquoise is a real gem bargain.
Where can I get a turquoise bracelet set in gold?
Public Domain. Although the practice of setting turquoises in silver has a long tradition in the United States, jewelers traditionally set these stones in gold, sometimes with diamonds, in the Middle East as well as Iran. Turquoise bracelet and ring: Iran. Photo © Joel E. Arem, PhD, FGA. Used with permission.
Is there any real value to turquoise jewelry?
We have had a couple of Turquoise Jewelry booms in the last 50 years when the demand for Turquoise Jewelry far exceeded what could be produced and as a result pure junk was produced just to make money for a short fad in the marketplace. This type of Turquoise Jewelry has very little value.
Who is the best appraiser for turquoise jewelry?
Please contact John Hartman at [email protected] with your Vintage Turquoise Jewelry appraisal needs. Below is a presentation we have made for you to understand how important it is for you to get a proper evaluation on your Turquoise Jewelry from an expert.
How long has Durango Silver been making turquoise jewelry?
We have been a Vintage Turquoise Jewelry Appraisal service for over thirty years and know Turquoise value like the back of our hands. We have one of the most historic Trading Posts in the Southwest that we built and have run since 1976 buying, selling, trading and manufacturing Turquoise Jewelry.
How much is a Navajo turquoise bracelet worth?
The value of this piece is about $75.00. To the right – This is an older, poor quality, Navajo Turquoise Bracelet from the 1960’s – 80’s. It Vintage Turquoise Jewelry Appraisal value is about $50.00 To the left – This is a older piece of costume Turquoise Jewelry from about 1950. The stones appear to be plastic.
