Collection: Stella Blue

The Stella Blue turquoise mine, also widely recognized as the Patagonia mine, is a historic mining claim nestled in the Patagonia Mountains of Santa Cruz County, southern Arizona. Originally worked as a multi-mineral underground mine dating back before the American Civil War, this private property has captured the attention of contemporary lapidaries, silversmiths, and collectors for its distinctive, premium-grade gemstone yields. Gemstones pulled from the Stella Blue claim are highly celebrated for their vibrant "robin's egg" sky blue shade and light-to-deep blue tones, which are often accompanied by both webbed and non-webbed matrix formations. Because genuine Stella Blue material is highly localized and limited, cabochons cut from this deposit are highly sought after by high-end designers seeking a striking, authentic Southwestern aesthetic.