Turquoise: meaning, December birthstone and zodiac sign
turquoise stone
- protection
- travel
- friendship
- December birthstone
Turquoise is a sky-blue to green stone that has been worn as a protective amulet for thousands of years. Tradition makes it the stone of travellers, friendship and luck. It is the December birthstone and suits Sagittarius best.
What is turquoise?
Turquoise is a mineral containing copper and aluminium. Copper gives it the blue, iron adds the green. The finest turquoise traditionally came from Persia.
What does turquoise mean?
Turquoise is one of the oldest amulets: pharaohs wore it, and so did travellers for protection on the road. It is said to strengthen friendship and to be most powerful when given as a gift.
Which sign is turquoise linked to?
Turquoise is the December birthstone and the main stone of Sagittarius: for a free, travelling, optimistic sign, a sky-coloured stone is the perfect companion.
How is turquoise worn?
Turquoise is especially beautiful with silver. It is porous, so keep perfume, cream and water away from it so the colour doesn't change.