tur·quoise | ˈtər-ˌkȯiz
noun
A semi-precious stone, known for its true robin's egg blue
Turquoise is a semi-precious gemstone that is extremely opaque compared to most other stones. It is relatively porous and has a light blue color to it. Mostly found in desert regions around the world, turquoise was originally discovered in Turkey but a greener hued variant has also been found in North America. The stone is typically cut into domes or cabochons to draw out the natural beauty and colors of the stone, and to account for its porous nature. Turquoise is used in a variety of applications, both in jewelry and for other decorations and traditional applications.
