Birthstone for November

Mohs hardness 8
Mineral Class - Silicate mineral of aluminum and fluorine
Symbol – Fidelity

It is also the recognized gift for the 23rd wedding anniversary.

Alternate Birthstone: Citrine

The name topaz is believed to have derived from the ancient Sanskrit word "tapas", meaning fire.

Topaz is recognized symbolizing love, truth and devotion and was believed to sweeten dreams and dispositions. As the gem of friendship, topaz reveals the gracious and charismatic qualities of those who wear it. Ancient Egyptians revered topaz as a symbol of Ra, the sun God, Ancient Greeks said that topaz provided inner strength, while the Romans believed that topaz would change color in the presence of poison. Topaz was thought to fuel matters of the heart, inspire courage, increase intuition and sharpen ones wit.

Blue topaz is ready availability, making it the most affordable. Intense fiery-golden imperial topaz is considered among the most valuable. Topaz comes in a variety of colors being natural pink, red and fine golden orange. Colorless topaz is routinely heated and irradiated to produce blue, red or green colors. Topaz in yellow and orange is occasionally irradiated to intensify color. Brown topaz is not commonly enhanced.

Source - Found in Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Czech Republic, Germany, Norway, Pakistan, Italy, Sweden, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, and the United States.

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