Offered: Very large, rare and valuable cluster of Tibetan Turquoise Nuggets on a base of lacquered rosewood. This XXXL ABSOLUTE TOP piece full of large and smaller Tibetan Turquoise nuggets comes from an old private collection and is of museum size and quality. The Turquoise Nuggets cluster offered here fits into any interior and is a stunning eye-catcher and exceptionally decorative! Beautifully shaped and natural, real Turquoise. The Turquoise has been stabilized to prevent crumbling. The greenish color is typical of Tibetan Turquoise. Traditionally, Buddhist monks in Tibet mine these rare Turquoise conglomerates full of nuggets. Turquoise has been a highly sought after gemstone for thousands of years and in various cultures and is so called because it was imported via Turkey in the past. All ancient civilizations knew the gemstone Turquoise, from the Mesopotamians to the Egyptians and the peoples of the Indus Civilization. Origin: Tibet, Himalayan Mountains Weight: 2436 grams with base and 2302 grams without base Dimensions: 275mm high x 145mm wide x 75mm deep Attributed effect: Turquoise is regarded in crystal theory as a highly healing, purifying and protective stone. It brings balance and inner peace. Turquoise has a vitalizing effect and has a positive effect on depression, mood swings, anxiety disorders and panic attacks.