Serial Number: RB 0372
Status: Display
Description:
Turquoise
This pale sky blue turquoise Arabic prayer beads is composed of 33 beads in oval shape. The bead size measures 10 x 15 mm, 37 cm in length, and weighs 2.5 grams. The Shaheed is made up of a single turquoise stone encased in silver while the Karkousha is made of silver.
Turquoise is a stone that has been prized for so many years. The ancient Egyptians used turquoise in jewelry and is in greenish blue or pale sky blue color. The name means Turkish Stone as it came to Europe by way of Turkey. This stone was mined more than 6,000 years ago in Sinai and the best turquoise stone comes from Iran.
Turquoise is one of the oldest protection amulets and was also known as a symbol of wealth in many ancient cultures. If given a turquoise by a loving friend, that stone would protect the wearer from negative energy and bring good fortune. The turquoise is a symbol of friendship and it also brings peace at home.
