Long necklace in aged silver and turquoise beads

Well-being

Turquoise made its first appearance in ancient Egypt, in the mines of Sinai. Turquoise was considered by the Egyptians as a sacred stone. Kings and queens loved to adorn themselves with turquoise jewelry. Turquoise can be found on the famous funerary mask of Pharaoh Tutankhamun. The latter was also composed of lapis lazuli and carnelian.

The Aztecs wore turquoise amulets believed to bring good luck. They also used it in their sacred rituals.

In many traditions, turquoise was used as a talisman to ward off the evil eye. It also served to protect travelers on their journeys.

Turquoise is the stone of communication and eloquence. It helps you express yourself and promotes listening to others. A good stone for shy people, it strengthens self-confidence and soothes anxiety. It brings cheerfulness and joy of life.

Turquoise promotes energy flow, diluting the pollution of yin and yang energies.

Associated with Howlite or White Jade, it increases inner calm and serenity.

Turquoise is a protective stone; it wards off negative energies and vibrations around us.

Cleansing:

Turquoise can be purified by quickly rinsing it under water. No salt water. Wipe it thoroughly after rinsing. As turquoise is a fragile stone, we recommend fumigation with a palo santo stick or with white sage. Burn the palo santo or sage and pass your jewelry over the smoke produced. Remember to ventilate the room well after fumigation.

Recharging:

Turquoise can be recharged by moonlight or in a quartz geode, on a quartz cluster, or an amethyst druse. Avoid sunlight, which could alter the stone’s color.