Turquoise Meaning & Properties
A sky-blue stone treasured independently across the ancient world for protection and healing.
Few stones have been prized by as many separate civilisations, entirely independently of one another, as turquoise. This guide is part of our complete guide to crystal meanings and properties, and covers what turquoise means, the energy it's traditionally associated with, and where to find it in our collection.
What Does Turquoise Mean?
The turquoise meaning centres on protection, healing and honest communication. Ancient Egyptians buried it with pharaohs, Persian rulers wore it as a symbol of protection, and across Native American cultures it was considered a stone connecting earth and sky, guarding the wearer on a journey.
In more recent tradition, turquoise is understood as a stone of protective communication, worn to speak honestly while staying shielded from negativity. It's this dual meaning, protection paired with honest expression, that has kept turquoise significant across more separate cultures than almost any other stone.
Turquoise Properties & Energy
Turquoise's energy is traditionally described as protective and communicative, said to guard the wearer while supporting honest, clear self-expression. It's associated with the throat chakra, tied to speaking truthfully from a place of safety rather than vulnerability.
Many people wear turquoise before travel or a significant journey, continuing a tradition that spans continents and centuries, or reach for it when a conversation calls for both courage and protection. Its meaning stays consistent across cultures; a stone for speaking safely.
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What does turquoise symbolise?
Turquoise symbolises protection, healing and honest communication. Treasured independently by Egyptian, Persian and Native American cultures alike, it's traditionally believed to guard the wearer, particularly on a journey.
Can turquoise be worn every day?
With a hardness of 5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, turquoise is on the softer side and should be handled with a little care; avoid knocks, harsh chemicals and prolonged water or sun exposure, which can affect its colour over time.
What is turquoise's birthstone month?
Turquoise is a birthstone for December, traditionally given as a meaningful gift to mark a December birthday, alongside tanzanite and zircon.
How do I cleanse a turquoise crystal?
Turquoise is best cleansed by resting it under moonlight overnight or passing it through incense smoke, rather than water, since its softer surface can be sensitive to prolonged moisture.