
DBL-Turq2-3
Three string bracelet with ALEXANDRA & CHRISTIAN in 5.5mm sterling silver block letters with sterling silver Bali beads accenting the beautiful turquoise beads. This bracelet is shown with a BLANK string with just beautiful turquoise beads in between the name strings. I is shown with an add-on heavy heart toggle clasp and beautiful beaded heart charm charm.
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Proper Care of Turquoise
Turquoise is a hydrous compound of copper and aluminum, so it loses color when it loses water. To keep your turquoise from becoming dehydrated, it is a good idea to water it, as you would your houseplants, with pure saline water periodically to revive or maintain color. (If salty ocean mist makes the statue of liberty, which is made of solid copper, turn green, it will do the same for your turquoise.)
Turquoise is porous, so chemicals can damage it. Use only pure water and a soft cloth to wipe it clean, and you can clean your turquoise frequently without causing damage. The natural oil of your skin is good for turquoise, and it will naturally polish it when you wear it. If it is set in silver, wearing if often will also keep the silver from tarnishing. Silver polish will damage the surface of turquoise.
Don't store turquoise with harder gemstones or other materials that might rub against it and cause damage. Turquoise can fade in sunlight, excessive sweat, chlorine bleach and dishwater.

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