0.89 Ct. Cabochon Turquoise from Persia(Iran)

This listing presents one beautiful opaque turquoise, weighing 0.89 carat, cut into an elegant oval shape measuring 8.27 by 6.16 by 2.36 millimeters, finished as a classic cabochon with an excellent polish. The stone displays an intense sky blue hue with uniform saturation across the surface, and the high polish enhances the surface luster while preserving the smooth domed profile that is characteristic of fine cabochon turquoise. There has been no enhancement, the stone is completely untreated, and its natural state is an important factor in both aesthetic appeal and long term value. The origin of this turquoise is Persia, Iran, a historical source renowned for producing some of the most sought after blue turquoise in the market. At The Natural Gemstone Company we document origin and treatment status carefully, and this specimen is presented as a natural Persian turquoise with no stabilizing treatments or dyeing.

When assessing turquoise quality, educated buyers focus on several key factors, including color hue, tone, saturation, homogeneity, presence or absence of matrix, porosity, and overall stability. This cabochon offers a vivid, evenly distributed blue color, which is among the strongest value drivers for turquoise, particularly for Persian material. The stone is opaque in character, which is typical for high quality turquoise and often preferred for its rich color depth. There is minimal to no visible matrix in this piece, and that absence of dark veining allows the pure blue tone to read very cleanly to the eye. On the Mohs hardness scale turquoise typically ranges from five to six, which makes careful setting and protective design choices important for longevity, yet this density combined with a fine polish makes it very wearable in rings, pendants, and earrings when properly secured.

The provenance from Persia, Iran adds both historical resonance and market desirability, because Persian turquoise has long been regarded as among the finest natural turquoise sources, prized for stable, vibrant blue tones and relative scarcity of untreated material in modern markets. For an educated buyer, the combination of untreated status, excellent polish, clean color, and Persian origin provides a meaningful premium versus stabilized or dyed material. Natural, untreated Persian turquoise is sought by collectors and designers who value geological authenticity, and when combined with precise dimensions and a clean cabochon shape, a stone like this integrates well into curated collections and high quality jewelry lines. We recommend that buyers who require formal validation consider a gemological report from a reputable laboratory, which can confirm origin indicators and the absence of enhancements, and The Natural Gemstone Company can assist with arranging third party testing or providing detailed photography and documentation to support provenance and treatment claims.

For practical use and care, this turquoise benefits from protective settings and routine gentle maintenance, because natural turquoise can be more porous than many other gem materials and can be affected by oils, cosmetics, and household chemicals. A bezel mounting is often recommended to protect the stone edge and surface, while designs that minimize direct exposure to lotions and perfumes will help preserve the original untreated surface. Clean with a soft cloth and mild soapy water, avoiding ultrasonic or steam cleaning methods, and store the gem away from harder stones to prevent abrasion. From a design perspective this bright Persian blue pairs exceptionally well with warm metals such as yellow gold for a classic look, and with sterling silver for a more modern aesthetic, and it integrates beautifully into both minimalist and ornate settings. If you would like additional photographs, measurements, or assistance in matching this cabochon with a mounting or appraisal, The Natural Gemstone Company is available to guide selection, provide certification options, and support any bespoke commissioning needs.