Hello Friends! Happy November! Here is a fun little snack of knowledge for you! Especially for you friends with a November Birthday, or a loved one born in November…
Topaz is the accepted birthstone for November. Blue topaz is the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 4th year; and Imperial topaz for the 23rd year of marriage.
Most people think of topaz as a transparent golden yellow gemstone. However, this gemstone occurs in a variety of hues such as orange-yellow, red, honey-brown (dark sherry), light green, blue, pink, and even colorless. Orange-red “Imperial” topaz and pink colors are rare and most valuable.
The name topaz is derived from the Greek word meaning “to shine” and also implies “fire”. The magic and romance of Topaz goes back many thousands of years. It holds the distinction of being the gemstone with the widest range of curative powers. It supposedly cooled tempers, restored sanity, cured asthma, relieved insomnia and even warded off sudden death. Topaz is said to make its wearer invisible in time of emergency. Also, It proved the loyalty of associates by changing color in the presence of poison. Additionally, The Greeks felt it gave them strength.
Topaz is found mainly in Brazil, Ngeria, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and China. As part of the normal fashioning process, most brownish to sherry brown Topaz are heated to produce a permanent pink color. Certain types of Topaz are irradiated and heated to produce shades of blue.
Citrine is often used an alternative to Topaz because it appears in many of the same colors as topaz. Unlike Topaz, citrine is readily available and inexpensive even in large sizes.
You can browse our diverse collection of Topaz or Citrine jewelry on our website. To view only Topaz or Citrine pieces, simply type “Topaz” or “Citrine” into the search bar. Or come visit us at our Store to view our complete selection of Topaz and Citrine jewelry!
Have a sparkling day!
Kate Dunstan
