Turquoise
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| Color | Green |
|---|---|
| Blue | |
| Luster | Waxy |
| Birthstone zodiac sign | Sagittarius |
| Associated month | December |
| Crystal system | Triclinic crystal system |
| Chemical formula | CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O |
| Hardness (Mohs hardness scale) | 5 – 6 |
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| ID | 875769 |
About Turquoise
Turquoise is an opaque, blue-to-green mineral that is a hydrated phosphate of copper and aluminium, with the chemical formula CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈·4H₂O. It is rare and valuable in finer grades and has been prized as a gemstone and ornamental stone for thousands of years owing to its unique hue.
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