Blue Topaz Necklaces

Blue Topaz is often transparent but can possess a uniform light blue color. It is beneficial in helping to promote sleep and to cool one’s temper. Blue topaz can also help to improve one’s financial assets and provide stability monetarily. It is the anniversary gemstone for the 4th year of marriage.

Topaz actually occurs in a wide range of colors, including orange, blue, peach, red, yellow, pink, brown and clear. Blue topaz is a variety of topaz and is known for being the birthstone of December. The word “topaz” derives from Sanskrit and means “fire”. During the time of the Middle Ages, blue topaz and other colors of topaz were thought to prevent death from physical and mental anguish and disorders.

  Over several thousand years ago, blue topaz and other colors of topaz were worn and carried for protection. The ancient Egyptians wore blue topaz as an amulet to protect them from injury in battle. The ancient Greeks believed blue topaz could increase their strength and make them invisible. The ancient Romans also wore and carried blue topaz; they believed it could improve their eyesight. Today, people believe that blue topaz has the ability to help induce sleep and cool a strong temper. Some also believe that blue topaz makes one kind-hearted and generous. Others believe the gemstone capable of improving their financial stability.

  Blue topaz is blue in color but can also be transparent. It is a hard stone with a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale. Blue topaz typically has a uniform sky blue color and can be either pale or an intense blue color. Over the last two decades, the windows of jewelry stores have been displaying more and more blue topaz. It is an extremely attractive gemstone and relatively inexpensive. Blue topaz can occur naturally, however most commercially sold blue topaz is produced from other colors. The stone is irradiated and heated, which creates the bluish tint in color.

  Blue topaz is a unique gemstone in that few other stones can compare to its color and composition. It makes for beautiful jewelry and comes in a delightful range of blue hues. Blue topaz also captures and reflects light unlike any other gemstone and gives off a sparkling radiance, somewhat like a diamond does. Used in combination with other gemstones, most notably turquoise, blue topaz jewelry has a sophisticated and beautiful look that is all its own. Whether you wear blue topaz jewelry for its health benefits or its distinctive style, you will surely enjoy and receive compliments on its allure and attractive look.