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"Pieces of sky" is what turquoise was known as by some American indian tribes. Even as the heavens may be a relaxed or turbulent blue, so could turquoise express different moods with its flowing shades of green and blue. Putting on parts of the sky in a turquoise bracelet is a stimulating and spiritual experience. Rings or neckpieces embellished with turquoise are also picked as attractive accessories. Cheaper versions are available in North America, Mexico, Egypt and China.



They are awesome for casual wear, particularly over summer, but can also be worn mixed with other jewelry for more formal occasions. Socialite Nicky Hilton, country vocalist Lari White and actress Ali Landry are a selection of the celebrities who have been photographed wearing turquoise native american jewelry. According to gem experts, turquoise is considered by folk of varying cultures to have protective, restorative and possibly even healing properties. Folklore also describes that turquoise could fade or change color when the wearer was in peril or if a boyfriend or girlfriend had been disloyal.



Whether a person accepts these tales or not, the fact is a turquoise neckpiece and other types of turquoise native american jewelry are not only attractive and trendy dress accessories, they've also been instrumental in the shaping of multiple societies as well.