BARADAK GEM GUIDE
Price of Turquoise per carat
BARADAK separates lot acquisition, dealer market and public retail asking. Valuation depends on variety, origin, treatment, quality, weight and cut.
Analyze this gemstoneMohs5–6
MineralTurquoise
RI1.610–1.650
SG~2.76
What drives value
colorevennessmatrix charactertexturetreatment/stabilizationcut/piece quality
Buyer intelligence
Even, intense medium blue is traditionally prized, though market preferences vary. Treatment and stabilization disclosure are important because they can materially affect value.
Care
Porous and treatment-sensitive. Avoid cosmetics, chemicals, heat, steam and ultrasonic cleaning.
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