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They are all varieties of the mineral corundum

The Peruvian material has a lighter tone of Pink than deposits found in other parts of North and South America

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It ranges from almost completely transparent to an almost opaque brownish to gray crystal

magnesium and other metals that give it its color

Egyptian Turquoise 3x4-4x7mm Graduated Side Drill Nugget - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Roman Glass They are all varieties ofEgyptian Turquoise is one of the oldest known sources of turquoise, historically mined in the Sinai region for thousands of years and prized since ancient times for its vivid color and strength. For many years, mining rights were controlled by a single family, and much of the material was tied up by one company limiting availability in the open market. Authentic Egyptian Turquoise remains difficult to source, especially in bead form. This material is