Turquoise has been around for centuries. In fact, it is one of the world’s oldest gemstones. This gemstone’s name was derived from the French expression pierre tourques, which translates to Turkish stone. Based on this translation, it’s assumed that the first turquoise gemstones were discovered in Turkey. Turquoise Jewelry was thought to possess many beneficial powers, like guaranteeing health and good fortune. From the 13th century on, it was believed to protect the wearer from falling (especially off horses), and would break into several pieces at the approach of disaster. Hindu mystics maintained that seeing a turquoise after beholding the new moon ensured fantastic wealth.