Stabilized vs natural turquoise: learn what those labels mean before you buy or set your next cabochon. This practical field guide breaks down stabilization, dye treatments, reconstituted composites, and backing—explaining how each method affects durability, color stability, price and collector value. Discover quick visual tests, care tips that keep every shade blue-green for years, and insider advice on matching stone type to budget, lifestyle, design goals. Read now, choose