{"product_id":"sonoran-gold-turquoise-nugget-beads-5-6mm","title":"Sonoran Gold Turquoise Nugget Beads 5-6mm – Zachery Treated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSonoran Gold turquoise\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Cananea region of northern Mexico, featuring naturally rounded 5–6mm nugget shapes with vibrant greens, blues, and warm golden-brown matrix. Zachery treated for enhanced durability while preserving authentic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional vein-deposit turquoise, Sonoran Gold forms as individual nuggets within the host rock, creating organic shapes with dynamic color variation that often appears within a single bead. This natural dimensionality and versatile mid-range size make it ideal for statement pieces, strung designs, and bezel-set work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material's higher silica content contributes to a naturally firm composition and soft waxy luster. Zachery stabilization improves performance during fabrication and long-term wear without dyes or surface coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese strands are offered as \u003cstrong\u003ematched production material\u003c\/strong\u003e for jewelers and manufacturers who require consistent working quality across multiple strands for repeatable designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigner Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibrated 5–6mm nugget size for versatile fabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZachery treated for strength and long-term wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive Sonoran Gold green\/blue coloration with golden matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatched strands for consistency across projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural nugget shapes with organic character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for sterling silver, gold, and mixed-metal work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sonoran Gold Turquoise\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cananea Region, Northern Mexico\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freeform Nugget\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5–6mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zachery Method (stabilized for durability; not dyed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green to blue with golden\/brown matrix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrand Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 15.5\"–16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHole Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 0.8–1.0mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA Production Quality\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold by the Individual Strand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial Consistency Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese strands are sold as \u003cstrong\u003ematched production material\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are not individually sorted one-of-a-kind strands. All strands come from the same quality run to provide reliable consistency for jewelry manufacturing and batch design work. Natural variation in shape, color, and matrix is expected and is part of genuine Sonoran Gold turquoise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement necklaces and bracelets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBezel-set nugget jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouthwestern and contemporary designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio production and small-batch manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed gemstone layouts with lapis, coral, or silver accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gems On Display","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42192417718375,"sku":"SNGR-ZACH-NUG-5-6MM","price":87.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/4660\/8487\/files\/SNGR-ZACH-NUG-5-6MM-3.jpg?v=1771882529","url":"https:\/\/gemsondisplay.com\/products\/sonoran-gold-turquoise-nugget-beads-5-6mm","provider":"Gems On Display","version":"1.0","type":"link"}