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 …

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Jul 14, 2017 · A quick introduction: According to Durango Silver Company, "Chinese turquoise accounts for over 60% of the stones sold in the United States, due to the scarcity of American …

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Mar 24, 2025 · Hi, My name is Richard and resided in Globe AZ from 1973 through 1979. During that time I had the privilege of working at LW Hardy Turquoise Co. Inc. on his concessions …

Dec 16, 2020 · Turquoise and malachite will absorb liguids if the turquoise is not “stablilzed” (Impregnated with plastic resins) and can be damaged by cleaners. For these stones it is best …

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

Apr 18, 2023 · I have noticed a ton of listings on eBay, Etsy etc.for “genuine” Navajo pieces with the hallmark QT 925 - mostly offered for way less than “real” identifiable pieces. eg. “Beautiful …

Dec 26, 2020 · Here is a magic formula to harden porous stones and wood or let your imagination run wild with this. If you like cutting and polishing stones but sometimes the material is too soft …

May 30, 2024 · Recently, there was some discussion about Yellow Turquoise. Finally came across my Yellow Turquoise beads purchased from Thunderbird Supply in the 1980’s. They …