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1.09 Ct. Blue Cabochon Turquoise from Persia(Iran)
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Item ID: | K3321 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.91 Width: 6.05 Height: 3.32 |
Weight: | 1.09 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | Medium |
Clarity: help | Not Applicable |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Persia(Iran) |
Per carat price: help | $16 |
From the storied deserts of Persia, Iran comes a gemstone whose legacy predates modern history, a small oval of sky blue that carries with it the quiet dignity of ancient trade routes and royal treasuries, a stone that has long been prized for its calming hue and timeless appeal. This opaque 1.09 carat oval turquoise measures 7.91 by 6.05 by 3.32 millimeters and has been shaped into a classic cabochon with an excellent polish that enhances its soft glow. At The Natural Gemstone Company we celebrate not only the color but also the lineage of such pieces, knowing that Persian turquoise has adorned crowns and talismans and has been cherished for generations as a symbol of protection and refined taste.
What sets this particular turquoise apart is the unmistakable signature created by its internal character, the subtle inclusions that are the fingerprint of the earth from which it came. Fine cloud like wisps and gently diffused silica veils lie beneath the surface, producing a depth and a soft satin texture that is visible only to the patient and the discerning. These natural features give the gem a living quality, a quiet movement as light travels across the dome of the cabochon, and they authenticate its natural origin because this piece has received no enhancement. With medium color intensity and a tone that recalls a calm Mediterranean sky, the stone combines purity of hue with tiny mineral expressions that sometimes appear as faint, organic tracings. The overall effect is elegant and serene, an internal landscape caught in turquoise, refined by the cutter to a smooth oval that sits with pleasing proportions in a variety of settings.
This gem is built for legacy, destined to be set in classic designs that honor its history and let its story be told for decades. It will shine in a bezel reminiscent of antique Persian craftsmanship, and it will also pair gracefully with warm metals for a vintage inspired look that feels both historic and personal. For collectors and romantics who value authenticity, the piece from The Natural Gemstone Company offers a truthful, unaltered connection to an ancient source, a wearable fragment of history that will age beautifully, and become a cherished heirloom.
