Turquoise is a striking gemstone and ideal for those born in December as it is the December birthstone.
Turquoise was one of the first gemstone to be mined, with some jewellery items dating back to 5000bc. The amount of copper and iron contained within the turquoise determines the colour -which varies from sky blue to green.
Turquoise is a calming stone and because it aids tranquillity is said to be a great stone to use in meditation.
