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Is there such thing as a black topaz?
Black topaz is not a naturally occurring gemstone. Sometimes, a regular topaz can be treated to create a black color by treating it with radiation and heat. This treated black topaz is not as valuable as natural topaz.
What is a Caribbean topaz?
Caribbean topaz is a type of gemstone that is typically blue in color, reminiscent of the beautiful waters of the Caribbean Sea. It is a popular choice for jewelry due to its vibrant hue and relative affordability compared to other gemstones.
Which stone is more valuable onyx or topaz?
Definitely topaz, onyx is much more abundant and is usually dyed (which is an accepted practice), if the topaz is natural, its worth much more. There are different types of topaz and colors as well. Some topaz can be very cheap like mystic or blue topaz which are both heavily treated and mass produced. But blue topaz can be natural too, in that case it would have some worth. The most valued topaz is natural imperial topaz. Sorry it may seem confusing why some topaz have more value and others do not; it all depends on whether it is natural or man-made/heavily treated--with the natural topaz having the most value and the man-made/heavily treated topaz very cheap. A lot of times you can tell the value of a gem by how well it is cut (but that's a whole other topic).
What destroys Topaz?
Topaz are Insoluble in acids. It has great hardness and perfect basal cleavage. Even though, Topaz jewelry should not be ultrasonically cleaned; the vibration can cause incipient cleavage cracks to open, cleaving the stone. Some treated stones (particularly the expensive reds, pinks, violets and deep oranges, but not blue) are known to fade with prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
Is topaz flammability?
Topaz is not flammable; it is a mineral and does not ignite or burn. It can withstand high temperatures without decomposing. However, it can be damaged by extreme heat, which may cause changes in color or structure. Overall, topaz is considered a non-combustible material.
Is there such thing as a black topaz?
Black topaz is not a naturally occurring gemstone. Sometimes, a regular topaz can be treated to create a black color by treating it with radiation and heat. This treated black topaz is not as valuable as natural topaz.
Is fire topaz natural or lab created?
Fire topaz is lab crated. It is the original form of titanium treated natural topaz.
What does topaz tortois mean?
A jewelry from topaz (a precious stone) in the form of a tortoise.
What is a Caribbean topaz?
Caribbean topaz is a type of gemstone that is typically blue in color, reminiscent of the beautiful waters of the Caribbean Sea. It is a popular choice for jewelry due to its vibrant hue and relative affordability compared to other gemstones.
Can topaz be all the colors of the rainbow?
Yes, although green topaz has been treated and doesn't occur naturally.
What color of topaz can you get?
Topaz is a gemstone of all colors (Orange, yellow, brown, light blue to deep sky-blue, pink, colorless, white, light purple, greenish-blue, green), and its most valuable color is a golden orange-yellow, called "imperial topaz". Topaz is commonly thought of as a sky-blue gem, but it was not until this century that blue topaz became widespread on the gem market. Natural blue topaz with a deep hue is very uncommon in nature; colorless to light hued stones are heat-treated to achieve the blue color. Likewise, topaz rarely occurs naturally in pink; virtually all pink topaz is heat treated from yellow or brownish material. Some topaz from Russian localities are notorious for fading upon prolonged exposure to light. Stones from these localities are undesirable as gems. One should always inquire about the origin of the topaz before buying it to make sure it will not fade. Topaz of all different colors are used in jewelry. The orange, pink, and blue colors are most often cut for gems, and colorless topaz is sometimes cut with the brilliant cut, resembling diamond. Topaz is sometimes found as enormous flawless crystals, and some gigantic gems and faceted spheres have been formed from them, making unique and exquisite gem pieces. Topaz is rarely cut into cabochons.VARIETIESOn the gem market, topaz is usually classified by color. Below is a list of the color names designated for gem topaz:Pink TopazBlue TopazBrown TopazGreen TopazOther names may be designated to certain types of topaz:Precious Topaz - used to distinguish topaz from cheaper fakes, such as citrineImperial Topaz - lustrous orange-yellow to orange-brown variety of topaz (most valued)Silver Topaz - colorless topazSherry Topaz - orange-brown topazLondon Blue Topaz - deep blue topaz (the deepest blue form of topaz)Swiss Blue Topaz - deep blue topaz (not as deep blue as London blue topaz)Paraiba Topaz - sea-green topazFalse names:Smoky Topaz is also a false name for Topaz. It is used by unscrupulous dealers to describe Smoky Quartz.Hyacinth is an orange-yellow to yellow-brown variety of Topaz. Although the name Hyacinth usually is used to describe a gem variety of Zircon of that color, it is occasionally used for Topaz as well (usually in old manuscripts). Pycnite is a columnar variety of Topaz. It may also refer to a yellow-white variety Gold TopazGolden TopazMadeira TopazFalse TopazBrazilian TopazBahia TopazCitrine TopazBrazilian Topaz - yellow to yellow-brown sapphireIndian Topaz - yellow to yellow-brown sapphireKing Topaz - yellow to yellow-brown sapphireOriental Topaz - yellow to yellow-brown sapphireSmoky Topaz - unscrupulous name for cut smoky quartzStar Topaz - yellow star sapphireThere is also Mystic topaz, which is not a natural topaz is it made by adding some chemicals on the base on the colorless topaz to make it look colorful and is often cut in concave style to enhance the luster. Note: Citrine (a yellow-brown variety of Quartz) closely resembles yellow-brown Topaz. Unfortunately, unscrupulous dealers have adapted false name for Citrine so the unaware buyer thinks he is buying the more valuable Topaz. Any "Topaz" labeled with a prefix name (such as Gold Topaz, Madeira Topaz, False Topaz, Brazilian Topaz, Bahia Topaz, and Citrine Topaz) is heat-treated Citrine. However, there are three exceptions:
Which stone is more valuable onyx or topaz?
Definitely topaz, onyx is much more abundant and is usually dyed (which is an accepted practice), if the topaz is natural, its worth much more. There are different types of topaz and colors as well. Some topaz can be very cheap like mystic or blue topaz which are both heavily treated and mass produced. But blue topaz can be natural too, in that case it would have some worth. The most valued topaz is natural imperial topaz. Sorry it may seem confusing why some topaz have more value and others do not; it all depends on whether it is natural or man-made/heavily treated--with the natural topaz having the most value and the man-made/heavily treated topaz very cheap. A lot of times you can tell the value of a gem by how well it is cut (but that's a whole other topic).
What destroys Topaz?
Topaz are Insoluble in acids. It has great hardness and perfect basal cleavage. Even though, Topaz jewelry should not be ultrasonically cleaned; the vibration can cause incipient cleavage cracks to open, cleaving the stone. Some treated stones (particularly the expensive reds, pinks, violets and deep oranges, but not blue) are known to fade with prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
What are all the colors of topaz?
Topaz actually has an exceptionally wide color range that, besides brown, includes various tones and saturations of blue, green, yellow, orange, red, pink, and purple. Colorless topaz is plentiful, and is often treated to give it a blue color.
Is topaz flammability?
Topaz is not flammable; it is a mineral and does not ignite or burn. It can withstand high temperatures without decomposing. However, it can be damaged by extreme heat, which may cause changes in color or structure. Overall, topaz is considered a non-combustible material.
Why does topaz have different colors?
Topaz can have different colors due to impurities in its crystal structure. Trace elements such as chromium, iron, or heat treatment can give topaz a range of colors, from yellow and orange to blue and pink. The color of topaz can also be influenced by exposure to radiation in the earth's crust over time.
How is blue topaz made?
Because they tend to be rather pale, man must to supply irradiation and sometimes also the heat.
