Turquoise identification, type, where its from?

Hi, so i have several pieces of turquoise that i would love to know more about. I tried to figure it out via the tables and photos on the web but after looking at so many types it all kind of started to look the same. One piece looks to be a different type im not sure? Any information would be greatly appreciated Thank you in advance.



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I’m pretty sure this is dyed howlite or possibly magnesite. That thin, lightening-like matrix with dead ends is the telltale sign.

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I like the way you described the matrix @OrbitOrange . I’ve stayed away from pieces having that color matrix because I was never sure. Now I have another tool to compare to. Thx!

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