Tradename(s):

Imperial Topaz, Mystic Fire Topaz, Silver Topaz, Pink Topaz

Family:

Topaz

Description:

May be colorless, yellow, brown, blue, or green. Crystals are prismatic, encrusting. Topaz occurs in acid igneous rocks. Mystic Fire Topaz (second Picture) is created with dye and heat. Not to be confused with Quartz, which is a softer crystal.

Hardness:

8

Found:

Brazil, Sri Lanka, Burma, Pakistan, Russia, Japan, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, South Africa, and Texas, Utah, Colorado and California/U.S.A. Utah State Gemstone and Texas State Gemstone (Blue topaz/Lone Star cut)

Healing Properties:

Aids in treating high blood pressure. Relieves depression. Relieves arthritis.

Astrology:

Associated with the sign of Sagittarius. Gemstone of the Autumn season.

Chakra:

Throat chakra, 6th

Feng Shui:

Lifts depression and improves concentration.

Legends and Folklore:

In ancient cultures this stone was dedicated to Apollo, the Sun deity. It was considered the "stone of strength" among many and it was believed that the stone lost color in the presence of poison. Yellow topaz was worn for health and wisdom. The Romans wore it for protection during travel. From the 4th-6th centuries, topaz was considered to be an antidote for rabies. During the Middle Ages it was used to cure ailing eyesight.