Turquoise
Healing: Turquoise is a powerful stone of healing, protection, and communication. It has long been revered for its ability to bring balance and tranquility to the mind, body, and spirit. This blue-green gemstone aligns with the throat chakra, enhancing communication, self-expression, and spiritual insight. Turquoise helps individuals speak their truth with confidence and authenticity while also promoting deep emotional healing. It is often used to release negative emotions and promote peace and calm. As a stone of protection, turquoise shields the wearer from negative energies and harmful influences, making it an excellent stone for emotional and spiritual protection.
Turquoise is a hydrated phosphate mineral, with the chemical formula CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8·4H2O. It contains copper, aluminum, and phosphate.
Formation: Turquoise forms in arid, copper-rich environments, often in the oxidized zones of copper deposits. It forms when groundwater containing phosphates and copper ions reacts with the surrounding rock.
Hardness: 5–6 on the Mohs scale.
Location: Major sources of turquoise include the United States (especially in Arizona and Nevada), Iran, Tibet, China, and Egypt.