Turquoise copper: An Exquisite Art with High Demand
The turquoise stone is a mineral of hydrous phosphate of aluminum and copper with a crooked crystal structure that has turbid and waxy transparency. It is one of the most popular decorative stones. The turnover of the turquoise stone market in the world is estimated at $600 to $900 billion. In recent decades, a new turquoise-painting artwork has emerged in Isfahan which is called Turquoise copper. In this article, we are going to introduce the art of Turquoise copper.
The History of Turquoise
Turquoise is one of the first mined minerals. The oldest turquoise mines in the world are known and discovered in ancient Egypt (approximately 7500 years BC) with the beginning of the rule of the first dynasty of pharaohs. The first turquoise jewel in the form of a bracelet was found in the mummy of an Egyptian queen named Zar in one of the Egyptian pyramids, and her name was also engraved on it.
4500 years ago, turquoise was mainly mined in the Sinai desert. 3000 people were employed and 3000 guards took care of these people. Also, a turquoise and amethyst bracelet was found in the hand of Queen Tinthit, which dates back to 3000 BC.
Since the best and highest quality type of turquoise with an incomparable sky blue color is extracted from the mines of Iran, the Egyptians of that time used the import of Iranian turquoise to make their unique jewelry. Also, the Aztecs in South America knew and valued turquoise. They used turquoise on masks and religious objects.
What Are the Distinctive Features of Turquoise Stones?
Turquoise is a precious stone that has different types. The turquoises that are softened in the depth of the earth due to the acid in the underground water are placed in the first category of turquoise stones and have lower value and quality.
The second category of turquoise stones are the stones found near the surface of the earth, which are dried and have more strength. This second category has a lot of value and mines such as Neyshabur host such stones. Some factors that influence the turquoise’s value include:
- Color: Turquoise stone is available in different color ranges which are limited to blue and green. The more dark green the turquoise stones are, the more valuable they are
- Mine: Damghan and Kerman mines are among the most important turquoise mines in Iran, but from the commercial point of view, one of the most valuable turquoises in the world belongs to Neyshabur turquoise
- Appearance: Turquoises can differ from each other in appearance and can be divided into different types. In Arab countries, turquoises with streaks are called foreign turquoises, and turquoises without streaks are known as Shajari turquoises. All in all, veined turquoises are more valuable
Benefits of Turquoise
Traditionally, turquoise is known to have health benefits and is used to strengthen the eyes, heal mental diseases, and improve blood circulation. The application, healing and spiritual properties, and how to maintain and identify this popular stone are of interest to people.
It is said that placing the original turquoise stone on the throat area can reduce and cure many pains in the throat area. It is also famous for strengthening the vocal cords, significantly helping people breathe problems, and treating lung diseases.
What Is the Art of Turquoise copper?
One of the most important points in interior decoration in all types of residential, commercial, and office buildings and units is the use of exquisite decorative items and luxury dishes. Dishes and decorative items that are made according to the principles of turquoise painting (Turquoise copper) on copper are among the most popular options in this field.
With the emergence of Turquoise copper in recent decades, this art has increased the uses of this stone, and dozens of luxury, beautiful, and practical product models are made using them. It was introduced to the city of Isfahan about 40 years ago, and today Isfahan is the first hub for the production of Turquoise copper products in Iran. Turquoise copper products are divided into two categories Bergamot and Exquisite, which we will explain in the following.
Turquoise copper Products Encompass a Wide Range
The Toranj products are a group of Turquoise copper products whose features include the use of Toranj motifs (Bergamot orange) in the design of these products, the use of turquoise stone parts, the use of copper infrastructure, and the lower price of these products compared to the group of exquisite turquoise products.
This pattern can be in almond, rhombus, square, oval, round, solar, or multiple-flower designs. This motif is also used in Iranian painting and other types of authentic Iranian art. Some of the products of Bergamot Turquoise copper are:
- Glass containers
- Nuts containers
- Sugarcanes
- Tulip Bowl
- Vase
- Rose water sprayer
Exquisite Turquoise copper
The most important difference between the Bergamot Turquoise copper products and the Exquisite Turquoise copper products is the amount of turquoise stone used in these products and their dimensions. The Exquisite products have more turquoise stones and also larger dimensions in some products.
These things make these products fall into the exquisite group and have a higher price than the bergamot group products. An important point in this context is that the Bergamot design has also been used in some of the Exquisite Turquoise copper products.
Which Turquoise Is the Original?
An important question that comes to mind when buying and selling turquoise is which of these turquoise is original and valuable and which one is of lower quality. The original turquoise belongs to Neyshabur, which has a birth certificate of being an original Neyshabur, and its color is slightly opaque and uniform in sky blue color.
The black streaks on the turquoise stones can be considered a good factor for identifying Neyshabur turquoise. Please note that the original Neyshabur turquoise stone does not change color in front of the sun, and you cannot draw a deep line on it with a needle. Turquoises with gold streaks are more expensive.
Buy the Best Turquoise copper Products from Aghajani
Aghajani Handicraft Company is the only company that has a production line for the construction of copper infrastructure as well as a production line for Turquoise copper products at the same time. It has the highest production of copper and turquoise in Iran. You can use Aghajani products as luxury handicrafts for home decoration. At the Aghajani Handicraft Company, we have made it possible for you to buy these products quickly and easily using the online store on the Aghajani website.
