Why is turquoise so $$?

[Allisonfaye]

Noticed the very high prices on turquoise pieces. Why so high? Turquoise isn't super $$. Will they ever bring back turquoise?

 

[jellyv]

Noticed the very high prices on turquoise pieces. Why so high? Turquoise isn't super $$. Will they ever bring back turquoise?

Turquoise can be very costly, but they don't use the highest-grade turquoise. So I'm guessing the answer is profit.

 

[chanellover333]

I am wondering the same thing. My guess is it is high because it's supposed to be rare for VCA and discontinued (turquoise and gold combo). I would really like a piece but I get nervous paying such a high mark up for a piece that might not even be authentic bc it's second hand.

 

[sdkitty]

you're paying for the name?

 

[chanellover333]

you're paying for the name?

i think op means why are they so expensive in comparison to other VCA pieces:

exhibit a:https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/_va...-and-turquoise-5-motif-alhambra-bracelet-acb8
exhibit b: https://mygemma.com/products/134078...xezhOsgsx5ufjp10nH3JfPFHMwyHnq-kaAhgbEALw_wcB

 

[missie1]

I am wondering the same thing. My guess is it is high because it's supposed to be rare for VCA and discontinued (turquoise and gold combo). I would really like a piece but I get nervous paying such a high mark up for a piece that might not even be authentic bc it's second hand.

I have gotten my few turquoise pieces from trusted sources and as long as you do your due diligence and know the seller is reputable I would get if piece came available

 

[golden's mom]

I was told by the Dallas boutique that they can't source the stone, so they aren't making it now.

 

[rabbita]

Hi - just thought to show that I have acquired a turquoise ring recently in Osaka . showing the pictures here for reference