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Updated May 9, 2026

Value of Old Turquoise Jewelry: Silver, Artist Marks, Stone Quality and Condition

Evaluate old turquoise jewelry value by documenting silver marks, artist marks, stone quality, setting, age clues, photos, and condition.

Old turquoise jewelry value reference with silver marks, artist marks, stone quality, setting, age clues, photos, and condition
Old turquoise jewelry value reference with silver marks, artist marks, stone quality, setting, age clues, photos, and condition. Reference image; item-specific appraisal depends on submitted photos and documentation.

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The quick answer

The value of old turquoise jewelry depends on stone quality, treatment, matrix, setting metal, maker or artist, Native American attribution, condition, and market evidence. Do not assume every turquoise piece is natural or tribal without evidence.

Turquoise jewelry value drivers

  • Stone: natural, stabilized, dyed, composite, imitation, matrix pattern, color, and size all matter.
  • Setting: sterling, gold, handmade silverwork, casting, bezels, stampwork, and repairs affect value.
  • Attribution: artist marks, tribal affiliation, receipts, gallery labels, and provenance need careful handling.
  • Condition: cracks, loose stones, replaced stones, worn bezels, broken cuffs, and polishing matter.

Photo checklist

  • Front, back, side profile, clasp, cuff ends, underside, and stone close-ups.
  • Artist marks, sterling marks, country marks, gallery labels, receipts, and provenance notes.
  • Condition details: cracks, matrix, replaced stones, loose bezels, repairs, and polishing.

When to get a professional appraisal

Use professional appraisal for artist-marked turquoise, suspected Native American pieces, gold settings, insurance, estate, donation, sale, or unclear stone treatment. For formal use, see qualified appraisals.

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FAQ

Can photos prove turquoise is natural?

No. Photos can flag clues, but treatment and imitation questions may need expert review.

Is all turquoise jewelry Native American?

No. Attribution needs marks, construction, provenance, and comparable evidence.

What similar items actually sold for

Real auction sales of items like your turquoise jewelry. Open a sale to see the original listing.

Shown USD range: USD 35-USD 5,313. Median of these 74 USD examples: USD 325.

Comparable What sold Auction house Date Lot Source-reported amount
ZUNI TURQUOISE AND SILVER FETISH NECKLACE, hand c sold by O'Gallerie, lot 602 — auction record photograph ZUNI TURQUOISE AND SILVER FETISH NECKLACE, hand c O'Gallerie 2015-01-21 602 USD 325
Native Silver Turquoise Cluster Pendant Necklace sold by Monarch Auction and Estate Services, lot 2125 — auction record photograph Native Silver Turquoise Cluster Pendant Necklace Monarch Auction and Estate Services 2025-02-23 2125 USD 70
A Navajo Silver and Turquoise Naja Necklace Length 26 inches, naja 2 1/2 inches. sold by Hindman, lot 322 — auction record photograph A Navajo Silver and Turquoise Naja Necklace Length 26 inches, naja 2 1/2 inches. Hindman 2015-06-04 322 USD 313
Sam Patania, Gold Necklace with Four Turquoise Cabochons sold by Santa Fe Art Auction, lot 648 — auction record photograph Sam Patania, Gold Necklace with Four Turquoise Cabochons Santa Fe Art Auction 2025-08-14 648 USD 3,075
A Victorian turquoise and 14k gold shell locket necklace sold by Clars Auctions, lot 5590 — auction record photograph A Victorian turquoise and 14k gold shell locket necklace Clars Auctions 2026-06-18 5590 USD 3,250
Incredible Vintage Collar Necklace with Gold Framed Turquoise Drop sold by Apple Tree Auction Center, lot 24290 — auction record photograph Incredible Vintage Collar Necklace with Gold Framed Turquoise Drop Apple Tree Auction Center 2025-09-11 24290 USD 3,500
A TURQUOISE BEAD NECKLACE; 1.7mm round treated turquoise beads to bolt ring clasp, length 46cm. sold by Lawsons, lot 330 — auction record photograph A TURQUOISE BEAD NECKLACE; 1.7mm round treated turquoise beads to bolt ring clasp, length 46cm. Lawsons 2024-11-07 330 AUD 170
An Ernest Roy Begay Navajo silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace sold by John Moran Auctioneers, lot 311 — auction record photograph An Ernest Roy Begay Navajo silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace John Moran Auctioneers 2025-08-26 311 USD 1,716
Green Turquoise Silver Squash Blossom Necklace Set Earring Retail $2,112 sold by Bradford's, lot 5072 — auction record photograph Green Turquoise Silver Squash Blossom Necklace Set Earring Retail $2,112 Bradford's 2020-08-09 5072 USD 560
TURQUOISE, FRESHWATER AND CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE AND PAIR OF PENDENT EARRINGS sold by Olympia Auctions, lot 441 — auction record photograph TURQUOISE, FRESHWATER AND CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE AND PAIR OF PENDENT EARRINGS Olympia Auctions 2024-11-21 441 GBP 1,100
How these auction records were verified

These sales are market context, not an object estimate.

Each row retains its exact source URL, lot identity, retrieval time, access result, and immutable record hash. Live source access was blocked; the exact record matched Appraisily's immutable pipeline provenance. Inspect the public comparable provenance record.

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