November - Golden Colored Topaz

 

Both Citrine and Golden Colored Topaz are considered popular birthstones for the month of November.  For information on the Citrine please click here.

 

Color

While most people think of topaz as a transparent golden yellow, this gem occurs colorless as well as in other tints such as orange-yellow, red honey-brown, light green, pale blue, and pink.

Lore

For thousands of years, topaz was worn for protection.  It was considered the stone of fruitfulness and faithfulness, conferring cheerfulness on the wearer, calming passions and preventing bad dreams.

Why Buy

Birthstone for November in the golden colors as well as an alternate for December in the light blue colors.  Yellow and blue topaz can be found in larger sizes and are very affordable.  Topaz compliments many complexions and wardrobes.

 

Found

Sources of topaz are a wide spread occurrence throughout the world including Brazil, and Sri Lanka.

Care - Clean your topaz in ultrasonic jewellery cleaner or with warm soapy water and soft bristle brush.