Topaz jewelry

Legend
Topaz name is originated from the Greek (to seek). Egyptians and Romans associated this gem with the power of Sun god, while in the Middle Ages this name was used for most of the yellow stones.

Magic of Topaz
Like other gemstones, Topaz is said to have magic properties for health and psyche of its owner. This stone was strongly believed to be imbued with spiritual power. With this force you could increase your viability, vigor, creativity and inner strength, releasing you from stress either.
Topaz properties were best seen in curative potential of the stone. Those who have problems with the eyesight wear Topaz for improving clear-sight. It was also said to relieve from insomnia, asthma and calm entire body. Topaz was known to protect its owner from poisoned food and drink.

Physical characteristics
Color
Classic color of topaz is yellow, usually its something between soft brown and orange tint, like brandy. Other available colors are red, pink, orange, sherry, though they are not so spread as classic color. Blue or blue-green topaz is quite often treated and produced through irradiating and heating.
Hardness
Topaz is very hard, namely 8 on the Mohs scale in comparison with the hardest diamond (10 on the Mohs scale)
Transparency
Genuine topaz is transparent or sometimes semi-transparent with inclusions.
Occurrence
Topaz can be found in Brazil, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nigeria, Russia, Mexico, San Diego, Utah, and California.

Buying tips
You should remember that topaz is often confused with other gemstones such as aquamarine and citrine. If you have found topaz which has other than classic yellow-brown color, for example, blue, you may need to make sure you purchase the necessary gemstone. Concern yourself with the genuiness of the stone, is it natural or synthetic, was it treated and other peculiarities of production. Examine topaz for scratches, inclusions and impurities. Color of your topaz should be even throughout the stone.

Care
Beautiful stone should be treated properly. Of course, you dont want your precious jewelry discolor or split. In order that your topaz could delight the eye youll need to clean it with soft cloth or soft toothbrush and then keep it in wrapped in soft fabric-lined box to protect it from dust and other troubles. Avoid such things as high or too low temperatures, chemicals, mechanical or ultrasonic cleaners. These simple tips will give you the possibility to admire your favorite gemstone in after years.

Birthstone
Topaz is a birthstone for people born in November.