11.66 Ct. Cabochon Turquoise from Persia(Iran)

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a genuinely natural Persian turquoise of noteworthy size and vintage character, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company. This single oval cabochon weighs 11.66 carats and measures 18.70 x 14.50 x 7.20 mm, presenting a comfortably wearable scale for rings, pendants, or bespoke designs. The tone is a pleasing bluish green with medium color intensity, and the stone is opaque with an even body color that enhances its calming and classical appeal. The cabochon cut has been executed to highlight the stone body rather than surface reflections, and the excellent polish gives a soft satiny luster that reads as refined and natural instead of artificially glossy. Enhancement, no enhancement, origin Persia, Iran. Many market offerings advertise Persian provenance but then reveal treatments or composite construction, so finding an untreated piece of this size and finish sets this turquoise apart among contemporary options.

When you compare this Persian turquoise to other types available today, several advantages emerge clearly. Stabilized and dyed turquoises are common and offer bright colors at low cost, but they sacrifice authenticity, long term stability, and resale value. Reconstituted turquoise and howlite imitations mimic color and pattern but are fundamentally different in composition, and they lack the mineral history and rarity associated with natural Persian pieces. This cabochon, being untreated, retains the natural mineral structure and inherent color that collectors and discerning designers prize, giving it both aesthetic and investment advantages. Compared to smaller, mass market pieces that are frequently heavily treated to achieve uniformity, this 11.66 carat oval shows that natural stones can present even color and a pleasing bluish green hue without chemical alteration. The medium intensity allows for versatile pairing with both warm and cool metal settings, and the absence of overt matrix or heavy veining keeps the stone visually clean while still conveying authenticity. The dimensions are generous enough to make a visual statement, yet they remain balanced for comfortable everyday wear, something many oversized decorative stones fail to achieve without compromising proportion.

From a value and uniqueness perspective The Natural Gemstone Company presents this turquoise as a superior choice for buyers who want authenticity, provenance, and long term satisfaction. Persian turquoise has a storied reputation for superior color and cultural cachet, and untreated specimens of this size are less frequently encountered on general retail channels. For designers and collectors seeking material that will age gracefully and retain intrinsic value, an untreated Persian cabochon with excellent polish will outperform treated alternatives that may fade, change, or be downgraded in appraisal after repair or cleaning. Practical considerations also favor this stone, since the cabochon profile and solid body resist chipping in everyday use better than thinly backed assembled stones, and the medium color intensity pairs well with a wide range of gemstone accents and metal tones. If you are considering customization, this piece adapts beautifully to classic bezel settings, softened halo designs, or artisan silver work that highlights Persian heritage styling. As stewards of quality The Natural Gemstone Company can advise on secure mounting and gentle care, recommending avoidance of prolonged exposure to solvents and strong heat to maintain original tone and polish, thereby protecting your investment for years to come.