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NATURAL AFRICAN TURQUOISE JASPER GEMSTONE BEAD CARVING ~ Handmade
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Item # |
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430 0247 1
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Type of carving |
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Natural African Turquoise Jasper gemstone carving / focal bead
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Design |
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A classic acanthus foliage design hand-carved in deep relief
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Material |
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Natural African Turquoise Jasper
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Amount |
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1 (one) piece
* All photos are taken from the actual item *
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Gemstone weight |
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approx. 1.88 grams
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Size |
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Length: approx. 12.34 mm
Width: approx. 12.17 mm
Depth: approx. 11.69 mm
All measurements are taken at the widest points
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Drilling |
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This bead carving is fully drilled with an approx. 1.00 mm drill hole.
You will receive this bead loose / not strung. This is not a ready to wear piece of jewelry.
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Color of gemstone |
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Assorted shades of bluish mint-green with natural inclusions / matrix
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Origin of gemstone |
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Nigeria ~ Africa
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Origin of carving |
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Hand-carved by Balinese master-craftsmen
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Quality of carving |
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New and excellent
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Treatment |
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None ~ 100% natural stone without any treatment, no dye and no heating.
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Gemstone quality |
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High quality opaque stone with natural inclusions
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Luster |
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Exquisite silken polish
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About African Turquoise |
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African Turquoise
is the trade name for a Jasper that is mined in Africa. It has a coloration and matrix structure very similar to that of Turquoise. The base color of these beautiful gemstone ranges from light aqua to deep turquoise and is intermixed with a matrix of rich chocolate brown. African Turquoise possess a rich, smooth luster – there is no chalkiness in their texture or appearance.
African Turquoise is a perennial classic that can be incorporated into funky, casual designs or into elegant, more formal pieces.
African Turquoise is called a ‘Stone of Evolution’ because it brings encouragement to growth, development and positive change within life itself.
Although African Turquoise is called Turquoise, it is actually not Turquoise in the traditional sense.
Rather, it is a form of Jasper that is mined in Africa. The matrix of the stone with its beautiful black and brown webs and spots is what truly makes the stone a beautiful substitute for the more expensive traditional Turquoise.
If African Turquoise isn’t Turquoise at all, then what is it? Since it is a form of Jasper, and Jasper is a form of Chalcedony, then African Turquoise is technically a form of Chalcedony, like Agate and so many other stones.
African Jasper contains Crystal Quartz which gives it an opaque appearance, in contrast to the usually transparent Agate. It also has other inclusions, such as copper and iron, that contribute to its beautiful mottled color palette.
Because of its makeup and inclusions, African Turquoise is actually a much harder stone than traditional Turquoise, which makes it great for beaded bracelets that may get abused in day-to-day wear. It has the hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale.
Metaphysically, African Turquoise is an evolutionary stone – it is supposed to help you to bring about necessary change in your life and open you up to what the future will hold for you.
It helps you to balance your past and your future as you continue to become your true self.
It is a stone of the Third Eye Chakra, opening your eyes and mind to new ideas and your true purpose. Carry it with you, and you will feel its reassurance as you explore new opportunities.
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Remarks |
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Don’t miss this opportunity to own this beautiful hand-carved gemstone bead |
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