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08-28-2015 07:41 PM
Is there such a thing? I was watching a "competing" home shopping network and they presented a ring with a "purple turquoise" stone.
08-28-2015 07:53 PM
Interesting. I know there's a purplish mineral called sugilite that's often used in jewelry with turquoise, but I've never heard of a "purple turquoise." You might want to do some research before you buy anything called that. I know I have a couple of southwest style jewelry pieces that have sugilite in them, along with turquoise & coral.
08-28-2015 08:09 PM
Its an atrocity against nature. It's dyed and reconstituted. I wouldn't have it in my jewelry collection.
08-28-2015 08:18 PM
It says in the description that is is enhanced color. If you like it get it. I have a yellow jade ring that is set in sterling and it is definitely color enhanced. I knew what I was buying. I like so I got it. I also have a multi colored jade bracelet that is color enhanced. It does not bother me. I enjoy wearing my color enhanced jewelry. It is all set in sterling.
08-28-2015 08:22 PM
Hello - Lower grade "chalk" turquoise is often stabilized to enhance its durability and color. During the stabilization process (whereby the stone is impregnated with colorless resin), manufacturers may also add a coloring agent which completely alters the color of the turquoise. You'll most often see shades of deep purple and bright lime greens (usually accompanied by a metallic bronze colored matrix). These shades are sometimes referred to as "mojave" turquoise. I'm a turquoise purist, but I also think that as long as these gem treatments are disclosed and the price of the item properly reflects its lesser value, then there is a place for these gems/pieces in the industry. In other words, as long as you're an informed buyer, and you like the piece, go for it! Hope I've helped a bit.
08-28-2015 08:34 PM
@sunshine 919 wrote:It says in the description that is is enhanced color. If you like it get it. I have a yellow jade ring that is set in sterling and it is definitely color enhanced. I knew what I was buying. I like so I got it. I also have a multi colored jade bracelet that is color enhanced. It does not bother me. I enjoy wearing my color enhanced jewelry. It is all set in sterling.
I guess it just depends on whether you're a purist or a fashionista. I'm a purist. I love, love ,love the natural color of turquoise.
08-28-2015 08:37 PM
Hey Kachina! Long time, no see. I had forgotten how much I enjoy posting on these boards. Hope all is well with you!
08-28-2015 09:15 PM
@AliJoi5 Hi Ali, good to hear from you. I thought maybe you were one of the posters we lost in the "transition". Do you have any new acquisitions I need to see? If so, slap those pics up here.
08-28-2015 09:49 PM - edited 08-28-2015 09:50 PM
THANK YOU to all who have replied and provided such valuable information. Very happy to have recently discovered these forums. Thanks again.
08-28-2015 09:54 PM
@AliJoi5 wrote:Hello - Lower grade "chalk" turquoise is often stabilized to enhance its durability and color. During the stabilization process (whereby the stone is impregnated with colorless resin), manufacturers may also add a coloring agent which completely alters the color of the turquoise. You'll most often see shades of deep purple and bright lime greens (usually accompanied by a metallic bronze colored matrix). These shades are sometimes referred to as "mojave" turquoise. I'm a turquoise purist, but I also think that as long as these gem treatments are disclosed and the price of the item properly reflects its lesser value, then there is a place for these gems/pieces in the industry. In other words, as long as you're an informed buyer, and you like the piece, go for it! Hope I've helped a bit.
AliJoi5:
Many thanks for the information. No plans to purchase the piece, but was just stunned to hear about such a thing. Indeed you have helped. Thank you.
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