Since it was first discovered in Nova Scotia by geologist Henry How, howlite has been something of a gemologist’s secret. Often compared to turquoise (at a much better price), howlite is sometimes called “white turquoise” and “white buffalo turquoise.” Our Durango Collection bears all the signatures of that iconic jewelry of the great Southwest: a wealth of blue-green beauty placed...read more
Since it was first discovered in Nova Scotia by geologist Henry How, howlite has been something of a gemologist’s secret. Often compared to turquoise (at a much better price), howlite is sometimes called “white turquoise” and “white buffalo turquoise.” Our Durango Collection bears all the signatures of that iconic jewelry of the great Southwest: a wealth of blue-green beauty placed in intricate settings with a stunning oxidized silver finish. We’re talking about nearly 160 total carats for a Stauer impossible price!