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turquoise....
hardness: 5-6
geography: turquoise is found worldwide, but primarily iran, tibet, china, europe, and the united states.
origin: this stone usually forms in groupings of sub microscopic crystals that make it opaque. the colors range depending on what minerals/stones are present during the formation of the stone, ex: iron = greener tones, copper= blue tones, oxide or adjacent rock fragments = ochre, brown, black veining.
powers: turquoise can bring all energies to a higher level, primarily stimulating the throat, heart, and naval energies bringing communication skills to emotional issues, creativity, intuition, and love.
history: it is believed that turquoise was the first stone mined and first to be imitated. mesopotamian beads have been found that date as far back as 5000 b.c.
medicinal: turquoise is a master healer. it acts to strengthen the entire anatomy aiding in the absorption of nutrients. good for headaches, circulation, and skin.
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