The Colors of Topaz
Topaz come in a wide range of natural colors and shades. Pure topaz is colorless, but it also occurs in a broad range of colors including yellow, blue, pink, peach, gold, green, red, and brown. Color is mainly caused by the gemstones's selective absorption of certain wavelengths of light called the body color. In gemstones, color consists of three components:
- Hue - the first impression of the color
- Tone - the lightness or darkness of color ranging from light to medium to dark
- Saturation - the intensity of a gemstone's color which is measured from dull to strong to vivid
Birthstone Facts and Information about Topaz
The following list provides Birthstone facts and information about the Topaz:
- The Topaz is the birthstone of the month of November
- It is also the Wedding anniversary gemstone for the 4th and 19th year of marriage
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Scorpio dates: October 24 - November 22
- Scorpio - The Eighth Sign of the Zodiac: The sign of the Scorpion
- Ruling Planet of Scorpio: Pluto
- Alternate Birthstones of Scorpio: Beryl, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Tourmaline and Opals
Symbolism, Significance and Properties of Topaz
The properties with which the Topaz, the birthstone of the Zodiac sign of Scorpio, is associated are as follows:
Constancy, loyalty, faithfulness and friendship
Strength, releasing tension and balancing emotions
Healing Properties of the Topaz
The healing properties of the Scorpio birthstone are reputed to be effective for health problems relating to:
Sanity, asthma, gout, blood disorders
Tuberculosis and insomnia.
Topaz Jewelry
Topaz jewelry is extremely popular especially for those nearest and dearest. The tradition of giving gifts of jewelry containing these stones dates back thousands of years. The gemstone, or birthstone Topaz is believed to conduct the energies of the planet Pluto with which it is sympathetic and that wearing jewelry containing the gemstone will focus the energies of the planet and sign through the gem. Learn about the gem before you buy Topaz jewelry. All different types of jewelry containing Topaz are available including:
Rings
Brooches
Pins
Cufflinks
Bracelets
Pendants
Earrings
Necklaces