Turquoise with Silver Carved Butterfly Charms Handmade Boho Adjustable Bracelet

Turquoise with Silver Carved Butterfly Charms Handmade Boho Adjustable Bracelet 7.0-8.5" The name "turquoise" comes from the French expression Pierre torques, which means "Turkish stone." This name originated in the 13th century, when Venetian merchants began selling turquoise in Europe, likely from Turkish sources. Many civilizations have used turquoise for thousands of years. Its history can be traced back to ancient Egypt, where turquoise jewelry has been found in tombs dating back to 3000 BCE. The oldest turquoise mines are located in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. In North America, turquoise was first mined and used by the Hohokam and Anasazi people around 200 BCE in Arizona and New Mexico. Turquoise was considered a ceremonial gem and a form of currency for Native American tribes in the southwest US. They frequently incorporated it into their jewelry and amulets.