Turquoise large coin hung on handmade crocheted necklace of gold filled wire, a lovely round green shade turquoise stone, set in a crocheted bezel made of gold filled. The bezel is created in unique shape that resembles an old chest clock , the chain is handmade in a rare technique that combines crochet and knitting. ............................................................ The word turquoise, which dates to the 17th century was derived from French (turques), because it was first brought to Europe from Turkey from the mines in Persia. ............................................................ Turquoise is believed to bring in happiness and good fortune :)