2026 Legacy Reserve Collection Lander Blue Cabochon LR2621
2026 Legacy Reserve Collection Lander Blue Cabochon LR2621
About this piece
The Lander Blue Mine is one of America's most legendary turquoise mines, producing material that has been admired throughout history for its exceptional beauty and remarkable rarity. With an enduring reputation among collectors, Lander Blue turquoise remains one of the most sought-after names in the world of American turquoise and is celebrated for its rich mining heritage.
This beautiful Lander Blue Turquoise cabochon weighs 3.5 cts and measures 14.35 x 10 x 3.44 mm, offering refined proportions in a classic cabochon shape. Its compact size highlights the distinctive character associated with this celebrated mine, making it an excellent addition to a collector's display.
Presented in Natural condition with a Filled, Dyed Matrix, Backed treatment status, this cabochon reflects the enduring legacy of the Lander Blue Mine. Collectors appreciate specimens from this historic mine for their rarity, historical significance, and their place within collections of celebrated American turquoise.
Whether displayed alongside specimens from Morenci, Bisbee, Sleeping Beauty, Kingman, and Lone Mountain or featured within a specialized American turquoise collection, this Lander Blue cabochon is a meaningful addition that celebrates the beauty, history, and rich mining heritage of one of America's most iconic turquoise mines.
Condition
Natural
Naturally formed and mined turquoise that has not been stabilized, enhanced, dyed, waxed, oiled, impregnated, or otherwise treated. Ordinary cutting, shaping, sanding, and non-treatment polishing do not change this designation.
Treatment
Filled Matrix
Surface pits or holes have been filled using crushed stone, grit, epoxy, glue, or another bonding or filling material to create a smoother surface.
Dyed Matrix
Dye or another coloring agent has been applied to darken or alter the matrix while leaving the turquoise's own color substantially unchanged.
Backed
A separate support material has been added to the back of the turquoise for strength, thickness, a flatter setting surface, or easier handling. The amount and type of backing should be disclosed when known.
Turquoise Standard grade
40DH
Color 40
Represents a less-common natural color with stronger saturation, depth, or uniformity.
Matrix D
The highest Matrix/Flawlessness rarity grade. The stone either displays perfect spiderweb matrix with maximum symmetry, refinement, balance, and consistency, or it is flawless and measures more than 11 mm wide.
Zat H
Very high vibrancy with refined contrast and controlled visual intensity. The stone has strong presence and cohesion with minimal inconsistency.
For more detail on how turquoise is graded, visit The Turquoise Standard.