About Turquoise
Turquoise is one of the oldest protective stones, prized in ancient Persia, Egypt, Tibet and the American Southwest. It is used for protection, healing and communication.
One of the oldest protective stones across multiple cultures; genuine turquoise is often imitated.
History & folklore
Turquoise decorated Tutankhamun's funeral mask. In Persia it protected against the evil eye, and it was fixed to horses' bridles in Turkey. For many Native American peoples, including the Navajo and Zuni, it is a sacred stone.
Correspondences
- Traditional uses
- Protection, healing, communication
- Colour
- Sky blue to green
- Hardness
- 5–6 (Mohs)
- Element
- Earth / Air
- Chakra
- Throat
- Best day
- Saturday or Thursday
- Moon phase
- Waning moon — for protection, clearing and letting go
- Intentions
- Protection, Healing, Communication
Ways to work with it
- Wear it for protection on a journey.
- Keep it by you while healing.
- Give it as a protective gift.
Where it comes from
Turquoise comes from Iran, the American Southwest, China and Egypt. Most turquoise on the market is stabilised with resin. Much is imitation — dyed howlite or plastic.
Turquoise is porous — keep it away from water, oils and lotions. Much 'turquoise' is dyed howlite or plastic.
Spells to try
Pairs well with
AngelitePeace, communication, protection
AmberProtection, healing, luck
LarimarCalm, communication, water energy
JetProtection, grounding, mourningCorrespondences are traditional associations gathered from folk practice and modern craft books. They vary between sources, and they are not medical advice. Read our editorial approach.