Four Elements: Turquoise

Dec 1

What's your birthstone? It's kind of like your birthday but in gorgeous gemstone form. It's something to celebrate. The ancient Greeks believed everything was made of four elements: earth, water, air, and fire. We believe every birthstone month deserves (at least) four jewelry wishes. Happy birthstone!

December’s brilliant blue power stone

Turquoise is one of the oldest gemstones embraced by various civilizations, the most well-known being the Egyptians. They looked to the stone for good fortune and strength. Native Americans use it as a healing stone that can represent strength, skill, or even invincibility. It’s a stone found in everything from statues to jewelry to enhance the item’s power, energy, and meaning.

Bonus: it’s said to be an excellent stone for frequent travelers, as it protects the wearer from accidents and theft. Alongside silver or gold, bold and blue, put on your turquoise for your next journey and enjoy.

**EARTH**

Designer Emily P. Wheeler doesn’t shy away from color, especially turquoise. Many of her playfully luxurious pieces have a turquoise stone taking center stage, like this stunning one-of-a-kind heart pendant with an equally opulent and tranquil vibe.
Emily P. Wheeler one-of-a-kind 18k yellow gold, turquoise, aquamarine, and diamond “Stevie” necklace, $24,000 at Emily P. Wheeler

**FIRE**

Italian brand, Ippolita, offers an abundance of everyday jewels. These turquoise drop earrings are simple and versatile for any season. Find them at northern New Jersey’s trusted Braunschweiger Jewelers.
Ippolita 18k yellow gold and turquoise “Lollipop” mini drop earrings, $650 at Braunschweiger Jewelers

**AIR**

Designer Elizabeth Moore is a southerner inspired by her adopted city, NYC. She aims to combine “nostalgia, NYC vibrancy, and conscious authenticity” into each design. Mission accomplished in her refined pieces with a not-too-serious flair.
Elizabeth Moore 18k yellow gold and “Kingman Turquoise Star” cocktail ring, $3,700 at Elizabeth Moore

**WATER**

LA-based Zoë Chicco’s jewels are a favorite among celebrities from Jessica Alba to Gisele Bündchen. Her layer-friendly pieces have fans coming back for more, like this teardrop cuff with serious heirloom potential.
Zoë Chicco 14k gold, turquoise tear, and diamond bezel bar cuff, $825 (originally $1,295) at Zoë Chicco

Editor: Samantha Durbin
Market Editor: Johannah Masters

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