Yellow Topaz

Topaz is a fairly common and inexpensive gemstone. It can be found in huge and flawless crystals, which can be faceted into giant gemstones that can weigh thousands of carats. Some of the largest gemstone pieces ever cut were of Topaz.

Topaz is a hard and durable gemstone, and will not dissolve in most chemical solvents. However, it does have perfect cleavage which can make it prone to chipping or forming flaws if banged hard. Topaz is also a pleochroic gemstone and can have varied color intensity when viewed at different angles. Due to its good cleavage and pleochroic nature, care must be exercised when faceting Topaz gemstones. It is of a light yellow color. To be effective it should be smoky. It is a place in the Red Sea. The gem was found there initially and was named after it. It is inexpensive but can work wonders. Topaz is highly recommended for those belonging to the solar sign Gemini. It can also be used with profit by Librans and Scorpios.