0.86 Ct. Cabochon Turquoise from Persia(Iran)

This exquisite blue turquoise is a study in timeless elegance, a single opaque 0.86 carat oval cabochon that captures centuries of admiration in a perfectly polished surface, offered to you by The Natural Gemstone Company. Measuring 7.94 by 6.09 by 2.52 millimeters, this gem presents an ideal size for a refined ring, a classic pendant, or a discreet pair of cufflinks, its smooth domed profile reflecting light with a soft, glasslike sheen. The color intensity is notably vibrant, a true Persian blue that reads as both serene and auspicious, while the excellent polish enhances the stone’s tactile and visual appeal, inviting wear and handling without the fear of losing any artificial treatments, because this stone is entirely natural, with no enhancement. The oval shape and cabochon cut honor tradition, emphasizing color and surface rather than faceting, which is why collectors and connoisseurs who value legacy often choose such gems, their simplicity speaking to an aesthetic that transcends trends.

The story of Persian turquoise is woven into the fabric of civilization, an inheritance that links modern jewelry to ancient craft, ritual, and architecture, and owning a piece from Persia, Iran, is to hold a fragment of that history in your hand. Persian turquoise has been prized since antiquity for its clear, robin egg blue tones, and craftsmen from the region refined ways to cut and set the stone so that its color could be admired from every angle, a practice reflected in this cabochon’s smooth dome and balanced proportions. In royal courts and humble homes alike, turquoise has symbolized protection and prosperity, gracing amulets, mosque domes, and ornamental metalwork, and this connection to place and purpose remains powerful today. The absence of enhancement preserves the authentic mineral character, its subtle internal texture and uniform color the result of geological processes that occurred long before human history, making the gem not only beautiful, but also honest and rare in a market where treatments are common.

For the collector who cherishes provenance, and for the designer who seeks a statement piece that will age with dignity, this Persian turquoise offers a unique opportunity, its compact dimensions and intense blue offering versatility and a timeless voice. Set in warm yellow gold, the blue will sing against the metal, evoking antique pieces and heritage designs, while a cool white metal setting will lend a contemporary clarity that honors the gem’s pure color. Because the stone is unenhanced, settings that protect the cabochon while allowing its surface to be admired are ideal, and traditional bezel settings or low domed prongs will showcase the gem while maintaining its luminous polish. At The Natural Gemstone Company we can advise on custom settings, certification, and care recommendations to ensure that this 0.86 carat oval turquoise becomes either an heirloom passed through generations, or a hallmark piece in a modern collection, its Persian origin a story that will continue to be told each time the stone catches the light. If you value history, authenticity, and a design language that endures, this turquoise is a rare and honest example that awaits its next chapter in your hands.