Turquoise, December birthstone poem and fun facts

♡ Fun facts about Turquoise you might like to know:

1. Turquoise, the word from the French word “Turquie”, means the country Turkey. Because Turquoise is first brought to Europe from Turkey.
2. Turquoise has its distinct color range from powdery blue to greenish robin’s egg blue.
3. Turquoise is one of the first minerals known to have been mined and used in jewelry.
4. Turquoise is esteemed for thousands of years in many cultures as a holy stone, and believed to bring wearer happiness, good fortune, and great healing power.
5. Also, Turquoise is the Wedding anniversary gemstone and is given as gift for the 11th year of marriage.