Natural Neyshabur Cabochon SC4746
About this piece
For centuries, Neyshabur Turquoise has been admired as one of the world's most historic and recognizable sources of turquoise. Mined in northeastern Iran, the Neyshabur mining district has produced exceptional turquoise since ancient times and continues to be celebrated by collectors for its rich heritage and enduring significance.
This Neyshabur Turquoise cabochon weighs 11 cts and measures 24.03 x 10.83 x 4.41 mm, offering an elegant elongated shape that highlights the natural beauty of this renowned material. Its proportions make it an appealing addition to collections featuring turquoise from the world's most influential mining regions.
Presented in Natural condition with a Filled, Dyed Matrix, Backed treatment status, this cabochon represents a meaningful piece of turquoise history. Neyshabur has long been prized across cultures for its association with fine craftsmanship and exceptional turquoise, making specimens from this historic locality highly sought after by collectors.
Whether your collection showcases classic Persian turquoise or celebrates important turquoise mines from around the world, this Neyshabur cabochon reflects the timeless appeal that has made Iranian turquoise a benchmark of excellence for generations.
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
A Turquoise Standard grade has not been documented for this piece yet.