Feb 2, 2011 · The free form shaped stone on the left is usually a Navajo made giveaway. Plus, coral and turquoise is found made by both Navajo & Zuni artists, but definitely favored to the …

Sep 23, 2024 · Production piecework handmade squash, using fairly low quality stabilized turquoise stones. Likely Navajo. Commercially produced standard bench beads. This piece …

Oct 15, 2018 · Block turquoise, sometimes called synthetic turquoise, contains no turquoise at all. It is made by combining inert ingredients, dye, and usually a resin to form blocks that can be …

Oct 5, 2025 · We attended our local Fall Gem and Mineral Show again. I’ve been going faithfully for the last 20 years. I wouldn’t dream of missing it! (There’s a Spring show every year also) …

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Jan 22, 2025 · The turquoise pendant is nice, but pretty generic in terms of the style. No telling who made it or where it was made. The comment about block lettering stamps is on the …

Jul 7, 2025 · Here’s a link that talks about the turquoise. durangosilver.com Lander Blue Spiderweb Turquoise Cabochons - Durango Silver Company Learn about the elusive Lander …

Oct 29, 2025 · This variscite was given to me by a friend. Her parents collected it in the 1980’s, “Out West”. She does not remember exactly where, but said they went on a family rock …

Feb 3, 2025 · These are some random pieces of raw turquoise I have acquired, no information on where they’re from or even whether all of it is actually turquoise.

May 28, 2025 · Recently bought this necklace when in Sedona at local market. I’m curious on whether it’s machine made or hand made. The vendor I bought them from is of Navajo …