Did you know， Turquoise is one of the first gemstones known to man？ Adornment featuring the sky stone dates back prior to 5，500 B.C.， & King Tut's tomb is encrusted in Persian Turquoise！ Learn More About Ancient Turquoise History by clicking on the words. Silversmithing and the advent of Silver and Turquoise Jewelry started in the American southwest about 1880. Southwestern Jewelry has played an important role in the culture of the Southwest since. Souhwestern jewelry is made by many artists from all different ethnic backgrounds.

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