Turquoise

Persian Turquoise Firoza gemstone for best astrological results

Turquoise is among the oldest known precious stones in the human history. Turquoise in Hindi is called Firoza. It was once worn and adorned by ancient warriors, Aztecs and Pharaohs and there is much folklore associated with it. Ever since the time immemorial, precisely 200 B.C., Firoza has appealed to human civilization. One of the most popularly known tales is that turquoise stone has protected its wearers during battles and kept them safe from falling off their horses. Over many centuries, even the Indians have believed in this gemstone and its protective and healing powers. This gemstone is considered as a symbol of divinity and tranquillity. Astrology in Hindu culture is not too significant, but Firoza for Islam holds much more significance. The word originates from 'Pierre Turquin,' a French word, which means blue dark coloured stone. Turquoise is an up-ratna or sub-stone and it empowers a wearer with immense prosperity, good health and mental harmony.

Turquoise gemstone meaning

The table below gives a synopsis of what is the meaning of Firoza stone.

Turquoise gemstone properties

This is primarily a blue-to-green mineral, opaque, and scientifically is primarily hydrated phosphate belonging to aluminum and copper. Firoza or Turquoise is not just a valuable gemstone, but also rare in its existence because it has been crowned as not just a gemstone, but also a valuable ornamental stone that is exclusively used in jewelleries. Over thousands of years, its unique blue colour has attracted people from all religions and especially the gemstone collectors. In recent times though, Turquoise stone has become a bit undervalued because most of the people opine that opaque gemstones aren’t that worthy as the transparent ones. Here are some of the scientific (and chemical properties) of Turquoise gemstone.

Turquoise ring and bracelets are extremely popular and because this stone has existed since time immemorial, therefore it is also considered as an auspicious gem; especially in the Muslim community. Turquoise astrology for Muslims is quite popular. It has a range of benefits. This stone is said to ward off evil. Also, it helps wearers by getting them away from black magic and evil eyes. India is a country of vivid diversities and you never know what may lead to the popularity of something. Turquoise stone gained popularity in India because of the super star, Salman Khan who wears Turquoise bracelet. He wears 50 carat bracelet in silver on wrist. Since then, Firoza bracelet has become a style or fashion among his fans. So, if you were always interested in knowing what bracelet Salman Khan wears on his wrist, the answer is Firoza in silver band.

Who should wear Firoza Turquoise stone?

Astrology cannot be sidelined at all. It has high astrological significance, especially in Islam religion. In Hindu or Vedic astrology, Firoza stone represents planet Jupiter and can be prescribed as a substitute of Yellow Sapphire gemstone. This stone is therefore said to strengthen planet Jupiter in the horoscope of wearers. Turquoise gemstone benefits and blesses wearers with good health, success and wisdom. It also wards off evil from one’s horoscope. People often want to learn what are the effects of wearing Turquoise stone? Well, to be honest, it is considered as a very mild gemstone and there are no side effects to wearers. It just brings about positive changes in life. Still, it is important that you consult your Vedic (and medical) astrologer before wearing Turquoise gemstone.

Y  Vedic astrology recommends wearing Firoza ratna to people born in Dhanu rashi or belonging to the zodiac Sagittarius.

Y  You can wear Turquoise if you belong to ascendants of zodiacs Scorpio, Leo, Cancer or Aries.

Turquoise benefits

Let us check some of the benefits of Firoza.

     This stone helps get rid of all negativities surrounding you.

     It is the most auspicious gem in Islam.

     Firoza protects a wearer by removing evil eye and black magic

     Turquoise gemstone astrology is especially significant for those who have weaker Jupiter planet

     Stone is also beneficial in medical astrology. It helps in getting rid of anxiety, mental disorders and depression

     One can also buy loose Turquoise in the form of beads and create his/her own Firoza mala for medical astrology

     Firoza beads are useful for enhancing charm, spiritualism and love

     Are helpful in removing hidden fears and bringing in confidence

     Firoza or Turquoise benefits wearers by healing their navel chakra and therefore enhance healing properties

Belonging to the family of Phosphate mineral, this gem is a variety of semi-precious opaque gemstones and contains a range of astrological and medical benefits.

Turquoise gemstone quality

A range of factors are used in determining quality of original Firoza. These factors mostly include shape, colour, cut, carat and origin. Let us discuss these factors in detail here-

¯  Origin- Real Turquoise comes from certain countries. Mines mainly belong to Arizona, Egypt, Iran (Persia), America, Mexico, Turkey and Tibet. Best and original Turquoise gemstone originates from Iran (Persia). In fact, Persian stone has brilliant blue colour and matte lustre, which makes it the most sought-after. According to the experts and in gemstone market, the demand for Persian Firoza is the most because of high clarity and other great quality aspects. Arizona turquoise stone and Kingman turquoise from America are also much sought-after. Tibetan stone or gemstone from China aren’t much popular because of the presence of web-like patterns on surface.  Therefore these are mostly used in fashion jewelleries like fashion Turquoise ring. If you are more inclined towards Turquoise gemstone astrology, you must buy Persian Firoza.

¯  Colour- No matter what category stone you are purchasing, colour plays a vital role when it comes to gemstones. If you wish to buy loose Turquoise or in jewellery, you need to pay attention to its vivid and rich blue colour. Firoza generally ranges across the hues of blues and greens, which mean you, can come across rich range of colours like bluish green, sky blue, deep blue and bright sky blue. The Sleeping beauty mine in Arizona has vivid blue Turquoise stone. Persian blue Firoza stone has medium blue colour. There are also off-shade colours in Turquoise gemstone, but these are mostly for fashion or collectors’ purpose. These colours can be white Turquoise, purple Firoza and green loose beads. Nevertheless, the ones traded in the form of Persian blue Turquoise are the best in market.

¯  Clarity and Texture- Natural gemstone is always opaque and generally has just the visible spots or matrix patterns. It is extremely rare to find absolutely clean and clear Turquoise. Even if you manage to find it, cost of original stone will be extremely high and mostly unaffordable. Spotless Firoza is desirable from astrology perspective, but even the mild inclusions are acceptable. Persian Firoza stone is quite valuable and close to being spotless. Tibetan Turquoise contains brown, grey or black veins of matrix. Then there are also other forms like Spiderweb Turquoise, which is less valuable and not much significant.

¯  Shape- It is mostly durable gem with a hardness of 5-6 on Mohs scale and hence, there are various shapes available in the market. You can also buy loose gems or in the form of ornaments like ring and Firoza bracelet. Oval cabochons or one-sided dome with polishing is the most commonly found shape in Firoza or Turquoise gemstone. Ideally, when you look for Turquoise astrology reasons, Persian Turquoise with symmetrical shape is said to be the most desirable one.

Turquoise gemstone price

Stone cost is largely dependent upon its quality factors mentioned above. Still there are a lot of factors that come to play a major role in determining price of gemstone. This is your price guide that will let you know what factors influence Firoza or Turquoise cost and by how much.

Generally speaking, cost in India begins at Rs 300 per carat or $5 approx. It can go up to Rs 1,200 per carat or $20 approx.  Turquoise price in Dubai or UAE, U.S. and U.K. is different and dependent upon the factors of demand and supply.

¯  Origin- Iranian or Persian Turquoise price in India is the highest because of its quality and colour. Second highest cost is of Kingman turquoise or American Firoza. Tibetan stone price in India is the lowest because of lesser astrological significance.

¯  Colour- Sleeping beauty Turquoise gemstone cost is the highest because of its uniform and intense blue colour. Price of bluish-green in India is also high if the colour is evenly distributed across the gem. Lowest cost of Turquoise is of Yellowish or greyish-blue coloured Firoza ratna.

¯  Clarity, Shape & Texture- Spotless Persian Turquoise is the highest because of its historical significance, origin and rarity. Firoza ratna price increases with lesser inclusions. Those with visible spots and spider web matrix cost lower. Scratches, pits and spots can dramatically bring down cost of Turquoise. Smooth and well polished one-sided dome shaped Firoza or Turquoise have overall more value and thus higher cost. Turquoise price of oval shape in India is relatively lesser because of more availability.

¯  Carat weight or ratti- Whether you buy loose Turquoise or ring or Turquoise bracelet, weight will play a vital role in determining Firoza price. Bigger stones have more weight and hence, higher price. Bigger stone is often traded as more popular Bracelet size stone after Salman Khan started wearing it. So, if you wish to buy Salman Khan Firoza stone bracelet with same colour, clarity and consistency, the cost will increase considerably.

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Buy certified Iranian Turquoise gemstone for medical astrology- From curing deadly diseases to other health problems like migraines, constant fever, stress, depression, panic, anxiety, headaches, throat infections and other health conditions, Firoza (turquoise) stone is also useful for female reproductive system. It can also improve other health conditions like dental problems, rheumatism, cramps, asthma, high blood pressure, acidity, infection and gout. Problems associated with heart, stomach and brain are also curable with Turquoise gemstone. People who are often angry or have high temper should also wear Firoza.

How to wear Firoza?

Astrology fetches results if you consult Vedic astrologer or medical astrologer. Prashant Kapoor is a certified professional astrologer who can guide you on how to wear?

Often people ask about Turquoise to be worn in which finger and the answer is that it must be carried in ring finger. You must wear it in the morning after proper pran pratishtha. Metals in which Firoza should be carried is copper, silver or gold. On which day should you wear Firoza? The answer to this question is Friday. It is the best day for wearing Firoza. But, one may also wear it on Thursday or Saturday.

Since Persian Turquoise is the best one, therefore you must buy Iranian or certified Persian Firoza Turquoise gemstone only for best astrological results. Check out Astro Kapoor.com or .net for finding out the best price of Persian Turquoise in India.