Kingman Turquoise 4-7mm Blue Green with Matrix Pebble Bead - 15-16 Inch tucson2026-BFacRD1 The name derives from the

The name derives from the Greek word for “not intoxicated” and was once believed to prevent drunkenness and overindulgence

and turquoise is a leftover mineral from these practices

While charging the aragonite in light will make the beads glow brighter

It has been mistaken for ruby and sapphire at times

also known as Melody's Stone

Kingman Turquoise 4-7mm Blue Green with Matrix Pebble Bead - 15-16 Inch tucson2026-BFacRD1 The name derives from theKingman turquoise, mined in the Acerbate Mountains near Kingman, Arizona, is renowned for its vibrant, intense blue hues, often featuring a black, "water web" matrix. Operated by the Colbaugh family, the mine is one of the largest and oldest producers of American turquoise, famous for producing nuggets in a wide color range from pale blue to dark green.