Turquoise Pendant on Sterling Silver Chain

The Sky Stone, Worn Close to the Heart

Turquoise is one of the world's oldest and most revered gemstones — worn by pharaohs, warriors, and healers across civilisations for thousands of years. This Turquoise pendant on a sterling silver chain brings that timeless beauty into a wearable piece that is as striking today as it has always been.

Details

• Stone: Natural Turquoise — a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminium, prized for its vivid blue-green colour
• Colour: Sky blue to blue-green, often with natural matrix veining in brown or black that adds character and authenticity
• Hardness: Mohs 5–6 — wear with care and store safely
• Chain & setting: Sterling silver (925) — the classic pairing that has complemented turquoise for centuries
• Each pendant is unique — natural turquoise varies in colour depth and matrix patterning

About Turquoise

Turquoise forms in arid regions where copper-rich groundwater reacts with aluminium and phosphorus in the rock. Its distinctive colour — ranging from robin's egg blue to rich teal — is caused by copper, while iron shifts it toward greener hues. The natural veining (matrix) running through the stone is part of the host rock and is a hallmark of genuine, natural turquoise.

Care Instructions

Turquoise is porous and sensitive to chemicals, oils, and prolonged sunlight. Clean gently with a dry or barely damp soft cloth — never soak or use chemical cleaners. Store in a soft pouch away from harder stones. Polish the silver chain with a silver cloth to maintain its shine.