The Iconic Blue of Kingman Turquoise
Kingman Turquoise has earned its reputation as one of America's most beloved gemstones. Mined from the Mineral Park Mine in northwestern Arizona, it's instantly recognizable by its vibrant sky-blue to deep azure coloring. Each stone tells its own story through distinctive black or brown matrix patterns that create natural artwork within the blue stone.
In my Kingman Turquoise collection, I showcase this prestigious American turquoise in handcrafted sterling silver settings that enhance its natural beauty. Like most Kingman Turquoise available today, these stones are stabilized—a standard practice that strengthens this naturally soft gemstone while preserving its distinctive color and character. This ensures your jewelry maintains its beauty through years of wear.
My approach to Kingman differs from traditional Southwestern designs. Instead of heavy stampwork or cluster settings, I create pieces that blend contemporary elegance with subtle art nouveau-inspired details. This balance honors the stone's rich heritage while offering a more refined, versatile aesthetic that works beyond regional style boundaries.
Natural variations in each stone ensure no two pieces are ever identical—a hallmark of truly handcrafted jewelry. From statement rings to elegant earrings, these pieces bring a touch of Arizona's vibrant blue treasure to any outfit, whether paired with jeans or evening wear.
I craft each piece in my Colorado studio using traditional silversmithing techniques. After carefully selecting stones for quality, color, and interesting matrix patterns, I design settings that showcase what makes Kingman Turquoise so special. The result is jewelry that combines skilled craftsmanship with one of nature's most beautiful blue gemstones.
Explore my Kingman Turquoise collection to discover how this classic American stone can bring its vibrant natural color to your jewelry collection through designs that respect tradition while offering a fresh perspective.
