Topaz: The Great Sun Stone . . .
Brighten up your day with a luminous topaz stone. This stone was believed to be the gem of the sun according to the Egyptian Sun God Ra. Ra preached that this gem was to protect the honorable and loyal against grief. The topaz was also linked in reference to the planet of Jupiter; the planet of the sun. It was believed as well to help in the improvement of eyesight and increase your strength in times of crisis. There is something mystical about the topaz stone. The Egyptians believed that it could change color in the presence of poisoned food or drinks. It was said that it could help relieve the suffering of asthma, hemorrhages, and insomnia. Aside from physical disorders, the topaz is said to increase wisdom, intelligence and creativity. The topaz stone ranges from a light pinkish color to a golden brown. This stone can be worn with a wide variety of colors. Brighten up any outfit with a brilliant topaz. It is best worn with light browns and beige's, oranges and yellow, pink, and even black. In exceptional cases the topaz can appear a reddish tint in certain lights.

The fancy topaz stone is the birthstone for the month of December, or the stone for the zodiac sign Sagittarius. For anyone born in the month of December, a topaz gemstone makes for an appropriate gift. The topaz is fashioned into numerous assortments of jewelry, including rings, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. The topaz makes an appropriate gift for anyone suffering from insomnia or asthma. It also makes a good gift for anyone studying or beginning a new career because it is believed to increase wisdom, wealth, and creativity.

The golden cognac colored stones are the most popular of all the topaz gems because they are the most brilliant in color and clarity. They are valued according to their size, clarity, and brilliance of color. Wine yellow topaz is generally found in Brazil and Sri Lanka. In rare cases the topaz is colored light blue. This is done most often in China to make the stone look like an aquamarine. The topaz, though not as tough as a diamond, is a solid stone. It is important not to knock the stone into any sharp edges because it can be chipped.

Though the topaz is a durable stone, we recommend avoiding the use of chemicals such as hairspray around your topaz. Saltwater and sudden temperature changes can dull your topaz as well. We suggest cleaning your topaz with a delicate jewelry cleanser.

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