Red and turquoise can refer to either a cultural concept or a type of gemstone. In Chinese culture, red is a symbol of fortune, success and joy, and turquoise is a stone from Iran, the ancient Persia. In Nevada, red mountain turquoise is a dark stone with golden or reddish webbing, and it is hard and collectible1. Turquoise is a calming color that symbolizes compassion, calmness, clarity and communication2. It is also believed to bring good luck, happiness, fortune, wisdom, peace and prosperity to life 12mm red mountain turquoise 40mm red jasper