Turquoise ranks the highest among all of the opaque stones. The finest color of a turquoise stone is an intense blue that comes from Persia. Persian turquoise stones are rare and very valuable. Currently, the major source of turquoise comes from Arizona and Mexico (in the United States) and is used in jewelry worldwide.

Fine turquoise jewelry can cost in the thousands of dollars and even hundreds of thousands of dollars depending on the quality of the stone and its country of origin. If you are interested in fine turquoise, you should always purchase it from a fine jeweler. A fine jeweler is knowledgeable about turquoise and offers a wide selection of styles and designs that you can choose from.

Affordable turquoise is becoming increasingly popular. Some imitation turquoise jewelry is very beautiful and is difficult to distinguish from genuine turquoise with out the expertise of a gemologist. The jewelry is fashionable and has tremendous appeal. Beautiful turquoise jewelry gives a woman a look of sophistication and an aura of high self esteem.

Less expensive jewelry can be purchased individually or in beautiful sets, including a necklace, earrings and a bracelet. Depending how dressy you want to be, you can wear all three pieces of the jewelry or one or two pieces. Many online jewelry boutiques feature a variety of affordable jewelry you can choose from. You should not hesitate to browse turquoise offered by online jewelry boutiques and jewelers.

The jewelry makes for a perfect gift for any occasion including anniversaries and birthdays. It is also the ideal gift for a businesswoman. Any woman who receives such jewelry will cherish it forever. Thus, you should not hesitate to purchase yourself, a friend, a relative or a loved one a piece of the jewelry.