10.23 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Cabochon Turquoise Pair from USA

From the moment the blue of these stones first caught light in the earth, they began a journey that links geology and craft, history and modern design. Turquoise forms where copper rich fluids meet porous host rock, and in the American Southwest those conditions have produced some of the most admired examples of this stone. These two pieces were born of that same mineral conversation, and their opaque, even tones speak to consistent mineral content and careful selection at the mine. The pair weighs 5.09 carats and 5.14 carats respectively, each cut to an oval shape with dimensions of 14.18 x 10.11 x 5.38 mm and 14.16 x 10.15 x 5.57 mm. They are cabochon cut to celebrate the stone’s smooth, uninterrupted color, and they show intense color intensity with an excellent polish that highlights the sea sky blue that collectors and designers seek. Importantly, these turquoises are natural and untreated, no enhancement, which preserves the stone’s original character and tactile quality, and affirms the authentic origin from the USA that makes them a meaningful choice for anyone who values provenance and natural beauty.

The transformation from rough chunk to matched cabochon is a quiet craft, and it is where skilled hands and discerning eyes make the difference between a good stone and an exceptional one. When we selected these two pieces, cutters evaluated grain, color zoning, and stability, orienting each cabochon to maximize the pure blue and to create symmetry across the pair. The careful shaping produced oval proportions that sit elegantly in bezels or prongs, and the domed profile enhances the way light travels across the surface, giving the color depth without relying on translucency. Because turquoise can vary in porosity, the fact that these stones are stable and show no enhancement is a testament to both their natural quality and the expertise involved in their preparation. The excellent polish was achieved by progressive smoothing and micron level finishing, a process that preserves weight while revealing the pristine skin of the stone. For a jeweler or a collector, the nearly identical dimensions and closely matched carat weights present an opportunity to create earrings, a paired pendant set, or a custom matched pair for a ring and cufflink combination, designs where balance and harmony amplify the emotional effect of the material.

Turquoise carries cultural stories as layered as its formation, and wearing it connects you to centuries of significance across the Americas and beyond. In Native American traditions, turquoise has long been a symbol of protection, healing, and the sky, and its blue hues have been used to evoke water, life, and continuity. These particular stones, sourced from the USA, resonate with that lineage while offering contemporary versatility for modern design. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor that context by sourcing responsibly, by presenting stones in their natural state when possible, and by providing clear information so you can make a confident choice. If you imagine these ovals set in warm yellow gold for a vintage inspired pair of earrings, or in sterling silver to echo traditional Southwestern aesthetics, the stones will respond to metal and setting with a calm, luminous presence. I am available to discuss mounting options, setting styles that protect and showcase natural turquoise, and to assist with custom design ideas that reflect your personal story. Please feel free to reach out to The Natural Gemstone Company for more photographs, setting recommendations, or provenance details, and let us help you bring a piece of American earth into a finely crafted wearable form that celebrates both origin and artistry.