Topaz crystals are isolated and are large in size. It is
found mostly in lava and large rock cavities. It is rated 8 on Mohs scale of
hardness next to Diamond and Corundum. It derives its name from Sanskrit word
‘Tapas’ meaning ‘Fire’ though Greeks associate it with ‘Topazos’ which mean
green gemstone.
Topaz is the birth stone for people born in month of
November and is gifted on 4th 19th and 23rd.
years of marital togetherness. Topaz can mostly be sourced from hilly regions
of Russia, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Czech Republic, Germany, Norway, Pakistan,
Italy, etc. Topaz as a gemstone is worn by men to make them more handsome and
clever and by women to get fertile and joyous. It dispels the feeling of
sadness, depression and is said to save the wearer from untimely death.
Like all gemstones Topaz is judged on the basis of color,
clarity, cut and carat. A short synopsis will help the buyer know about Topaz
when you buy Topaz online.
Color: When
you buy Topaz online, the color
factor is important. Topaz is colorless and translucent but impurities of Iron
and Chromium give it colors and hues of yellow, orange, red-brown, dim to dark
blue, violet and pale-green. This wide range of colors often mistaken other
gemstones such as Citrine etc with Topaz. Some specific colored Topaz when
exposed to constant day light tends to lose their color. Most of the Topaz is
treated for color which is clearly declared by reputed gem traders.
Clarity: Clarity
is a key factor when you buy Topaz online;
the value of Topaz is based on its clarity, luster and clarity. Less the
inclusion more the clarity, to bare eyes Topaz provides a crystal clear view.
Cut: Topaz being
a versatile material can be cut into many regular shapes like square, round, octagon,
pear, oval, heart and fancy shapes alike. Scissors cut is given to Topaz with
dense color presence while Topaz with less color density is given brilliant
cut. If Topaz has irregular inclusion it is preferable to give it a cabochon
cut. Proper facets can give clarity and brilliance to Topaz. A buyer can have
many options in regard to cuts when you
buy Topaz online. Topaz is a sought after gemstone for Lapardist due to its
hardness level.
Carat: It is
advisable to buy colored gemstones on the basis of size and not on the basis of
carat weight because size to weight ratio differs in colored gemstones, However,
Topaz cannot be bound in Carat criteria because of its availability in massive
sizes. The biggest faceted Topaz in the world weighs a staggering 31,000 carats
which is equivalent to 6.2 kgs. This emerald cut yellow Topaz was 37 kgs. In
weight when it was in raw form. Some other massive cut Topaz include The
American Golden Topaz, weighing 22,892.5 carats (4.6 kg), The Chalmers Topaz which
is, 5,899.5 carats (1.17990 kg)in weight
and 1640 carat Braganza Diamond, a part of Portuguese Crown which was
originally believed to be a Diamond because of its location of origin near
Diamond mines. Topaz has mystical value
of artists, writers, public speakers and all who are associated with
self-expression.
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