Facts and Care Of Topaz Gemstone

Topaz is an appreciated gemstone in gemstone jewelry market. Because of its appearance and beauty, Topaz jewelry is popular among men and women. Topaz pendants and Topaz rings are loved by men and women plus young and college going girls like Topaz earrings and Topaz bracelets. You can gift Topaz jewelry to your loved ones as it looks vivacious and comes in many different colors including yellow, blue, pink, brown, green, and sometimes Topaz is colorless. Yellow Topaz is the most popular when it comes to jewelry. Topaz jewelry is believed to have some powers with which it can help people who face sadness and anxiety. Topaz jewelry is interestingly beautiful and by learning a few things about is care and the facts associated with Topaz, one can buy the best Topaz jewelry. So, check out the facts and care of Topaz jewelry and make the best deal.

Facts:
Hardness of Topaz is 8 and its specific gravity is between 3.4 - 3.6, so it is best for making jewelry. The natural blue crystals of Topaz come exclusively from Texas and in the Ural Mountains of Russia. The availability of Blue Topaz is not enough to meet the requirement in the jewelry industry and because of this reason, Blue Topaz is little expensive as compared to other blue gemstones. In natural light the stone appears blue, but when seen under a torch light it looks white. So, while buying Blue Topaz, make sure to check it under sunlight.

During the 19th century, Pink Topaz was discovered in Russia. It became very popular and its ownership was made limited to Czars and their family to keep the value of Pink Topaz royal. Topaz jewelry was also kept by people because it is believed that its powers can strengthen the intellect of the wearer. During the ancients Topaz pendants mounted in gold frames were worn by people to keep the bad charms away. Interesting and true, Topaz when reduced to powder and mixed in wine is believed to cure insomnia and other problems like asthma, burns and hemorrhage.

Care
Topaz is also called "Stone of Strength," because it has the hardness of 8 on the Mohr's hardness scale. It is hard but while wearing Topaz jewelry one should take proper care as a single blow on Topaz can break it. Topaz rings need proper care and protection from blows and harsh treatment. You should remove your Topaz jewelry before playing any sports. It should also be protected from high temperatures and direct sunlight for long. While storing your Topaz jewelry, make sure to keep it in cotton and separate from other stones to avoid scratches.

If home washing your Topaz jewelry, make sure not to keep it in soap solution for long. Use a soft brush to remove dirt. Use a mild soap solution and before storing your jewelry dry it completely with a dry cotton cloth and keep it in air for five minute. Do not expose your Topaz jewelry to chemicals including cosmetics and perfumes.