Sleeping Beauty Turquoise
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise showcases the brilliant sky-blue color that has made this Arizona gemstone highly prized. Mined near Globe, Arizona, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise is celebrated for its smooth appearance and minimal matrix. With turquoise production ending in 2012, its limited supply adds to its desirability among collectors and Southwestern jewelry enthusiasts.
Distinctive characteristics
-
Color: Vibrant sky blue, sometimes described as robin's-egg blue.
-
Matrix: Typically minimal or absent, giving the stone a clean, uniform appearance.
-
Origin: Sleeping Beauty Mine, near Globe, Arizona, USA.
-
Appearance: Smooth, luminous blue, particularly striking when polished.
-
Rarity: Highly collectible because the mine is no longer a regular commercial source of turquoise.
-
Jewelry: Popular in sterling silver rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and Native American jewelry.
Pictures of authentic Sleeping Beauty Turquoise
