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    turquoise
    /ˈtəːkwɔɪz/

    noun

    • 1. a greenish-blue colour: "the turquoise waters of the bay"
    • 2. a semi-precious stone, typically opaque and of a greenish-blue or sky-blue colour, consisting of a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminium.

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  2. geologyscience.com › gemstone › turquoiseTurquoise | Mineral Properties, Uses and Occurrence - Geology...

    5 days ago · Turquoise is an opaque, blue-to-green mineral that is a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminium. Beads made of turquoise that date back to c.5000 BCE have been recovered in Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq). This mineral usually occurs in massive or microcrystalline forms, as encrustations or nodules, or in veins.

  3. geologyscience.com › gemstone › sleeping-beauty-turquoiseSleeping Beauty Turquoise - Geology Science

    5 days ago · Sleeping Beauty Turquoise is a stunning gemstone prized for its vivid blue color and smooth texture. This gemstone derives its name from the Sleeping Beauty mine, located in Globe, Arizona, USA, which was one of the primary sources of this turquoise. The mine earned its name from the nearby mountain, reminiscent of a sleeping woman.

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  5. geologyscience.com › gemstone › kingman-turquoiseKingman Turquoise : Properties, Formation, Uses - Geology Science

    5 days ago · Kingman turquoise specifically refers to turquoise sourced from the Kingman Mine in Arizona, United States. This mine has been one of the largest and oldest turquoise mines in America, with a rich history dating back over a millennium.

  6. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › X11_color_namesX11 color names - Wikipedia

    6 days ago · In computing, on the X Window System, X11 color names are represented in a simple text file, which maps certain strings to RGB color values. It was traditionally shipped with every X11 installation, hence the name, and is usually located in <X11root> /lib/X11/rgb.txt. The web colors list is descended from it but differs for certain color names.

  7. www.gia.edu › gems-gemology › spring-2018-gemnews-turquoiseTurquoise from Western Arkansas | Gems & Gemology - GIA

    2 days ago · Turquoise from Western Arkansas. Jennifer-Lynn Archuleta and Nathan Renfro. Download PDF. Figure 1. Recent production from a reactivated turquoise deposit in Polk County, Arkansas. The beads shown here measure up to 25 mm in diameter, while the largest cab weighs 30 ct. Photo by Robert Weldon/GIA.

  8. www.myglobalviewpoint.com › most-beautiful-places-in-mauritius12 Most Beautiful Places in Mauritius to Visit - Global Viewpoint

    3 days ago · Ahh Mauritius—a name that conjures images of turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and lush landscapes. But let me tell you, this African gem is so much more than just another tropical paradise. It’s a kaleidoscope of cultures, a treasure trove of natural wonders, and a playground for the adventurous at heart.

  9. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › purplishPurplish - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    3 days ago · Definitions of purplish. adjective. of a color intermediate between red and blue. synonyms: purple, violet. chromatic. being, having, or characterized by hue. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Purplish." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/purplish. Accessed 03 Jul. 2024. Copy citation.