Dyed Turquoise Beads Appraisal

Tumbled Turquoise Beads

Three irregular-shaped, tumbled turquoise beads are presented in the open palm of a hand. Each bead varies in size and shape, exhibiting the natural, organic form of tumbled stones. They are a vibrant turquoise blue-green color with visible matrix, appearing as darker veins and inclusions throughout the stones. There is some surface variation and likely minor pitting consistent with natural turquoise and the tumbling process. A single, centrally located hole is drilled through each bead, presumably for stringing or mounting. The drilling appears to be somewhat rough and not perfectly centered on all beads, suggesting a more rustic or perhaps older craftsmanship. The hand holding the beads appears worn, with visible lines and a small area of pink skin irritation, providing scale and context but no additional information about the beads themselves. There are no visible manufacturing marks, signatures, or stamps. Based on the appearance, these could be vintage or antique beads, possibly originating from the Southwestern United States or another area known for turquoise mining. The quality appears to be natural, untreated turquoise, with visible imperfections that add to their unique character.