Blue Topaz is an appreciated gemstone that has unique blue hue, transparency and brilliance. It is from the mineral group of topaz and is a scarce naturally colored blue gemstone, despite most blue topaz stones available in the market being treated by heat. Here’s more information about blue topaz:
Key Characteristics of Blue Topaz
1. Blue Topaz is the state gemstone of Texas.
1. Color: The main color of blue topaz varies from the pale sky blue to the deep rich blue. The three most common shades are:
– Sky Blue: Light and frosted, looking like the color of a cloudless sky.
– Swiss Blue: It is a darker almost saturated medium blue colour.
– London Blue: The blackest of black with exceeding hints of steel or smoky blue.
2. Hardness: Blue topaz is quite hard in comparison with other gemstones, its hardness reaches 8 on the Mohs scale. This makes it durable and ideal for use in innumerable kinds of adornments.
3. Luster and Clarity: While blue topaz has many features, such as very high clarity and the typical glass-like luster, the presence of many included inclusions is pleasing here.
4. Treatment: Blue topaz stone is featured as being most of the times treated. Those are most often created by irradiation and subsequent heating of clear topaz since natural blue topaz is rather rare. These treatments are permanent and safe.
5. Symbolism: Blue topaz provides the benefits of relaxation, communication and comprehension. It is commonly held that it helps unloosen people in so far as it creatively assists to build up their confidence and assertiveness.
6. Sources: Some of the main suppliers are Brazil, USA, Russia and Sri Lanka.
Price and Availability
Blue topaz is also fairly reasonably priced compared to many other blue stones such as blue sapphire or aquamarine, meaning it is perfect for use in jewelry. The cost is based on shade, brightness, and the style of the gemstone.
