No turquoise stone left unturned

Over 11 total carats of the diamond of the desert —Arizona turquoise

DATELINE: Sedona — Surrounded by the splendor of one of America's most striking places, I found one of my greatest deals to date. Most people head to the Arizonan town of Sedona to take in the cinematic red rocks and inviting hiking trails, but I was there on a mission: To crash the secretive underworld of the turquoise trade.

Unfortunately, I'd *ahem* left my invitation to the big get-together in a different pair of pants. Lucky for me, my old Hopi friend Tommy was able grease the skids, and before I knew it, we were in a non-descript warehouse on the outskirts of town.

Inside that rusty old shed was more turquoise than Carter has pills. I couldn't swing a cat -- not that I wanted to -- without hitting hundreds of turquoise pieces in every shape and hue. After some dramatic negotiations that involved me throwing in my recently purchased 10-gallon cowboy hat, I made a deal, and came home with a boatload of turquoise. Now, my bounty can be yours as well.

Introducing the Arizona Turquoise Treasure Bracelet: a stunning piece of jewelry you won't find the next mesa over. Capturing the elegant beauty of the Southwest desert, this bracelet features over 11 total carats of some of the highest-caliber turquoise that Arizona has to offer. A work of natural art, each stone exhibits its own unique matrix and shape. Take the one you love on her own trip to Sedona. Give her the "diamond of the desert."