Persian Turquoise Pendant Necklace

This beautiful Persian Turquoise stone comes with a silver plated bail and an 18” brown wax cord necklace, expandable to 20”.   Turquoise is an opaque, blue to green gem material that has been worn, used, and appreciated by different civilizations for thousands of years. Originally called piruzeh in Persian, the gem has spiritual value in Persian culture and its name carries the meanings of victory, triumph, and prosperity.  Persian Turquoise comes from a number of mines in modern day Iran.  This stone was so highly valued that all 79 of the emeralds in the crown that Napoleon I gave his consort Empress Marie Louise were replaced with Persian Turquoise cabochons.  Metaphysical Properties: Turquoise promotes self-realisation and assists with creative problem-solving. It is a symbol of friendship and stimulates romantic love.   ** Please note that all methaphysical or healing properties listed are collected from various sources.  This information is offered as information and is not me