Topaz is a class 2 stone. It is a translucent mineral and usually has a golden color. But there are also topazes of pink, red, purple, yellowish-green, blue and blue shades. These gemstones get their color due to defects in the crystal lattice. During heating, topaz is able to change color, and also fade over time, although after some stay in complete darkness it is restored. Scientists also found that exposing a stone to various irradiations, you can give it all kinds of shades of color. The hardness of topaz is high, in addition, it is characterized by exceptional transparency and glass luster. The characteristic of topaz stone is striking in its abundance of surprises and useful properties.
Topaz is a stone that has several assumptions regarding its origin. According to some reports, it was named after the island where the first stones were found. And other scholars believe that "topaz" comes from the Sanskrit "tapas", that is, fire or heat. The largest deposits that currently supply topaz to various countries of the world are Namibia, Zimbabwe, Australia, Nigeria, Mexico, England, Scotland, Japan and others.
Topaz is the stone that adorns many world-famous rarities. In addition, it is widely used in jewelry: products such as brooches, earrings, bracelets, rings, necklaces look great if decorated with topaz. The color of this stone, transparency and quality many times misled even specialists who are well versed in precious stones. He was sometimes mistaken for a diamond. A huge number of things of historical value (crowns, orders, and so on) are decorated with topazes.
In addition, this gem has a large number of different imitations. These include smoky quartz, rock crystal, aquamarine, synthetic or natural corundum, citrine and others. But distinguishing a real, natural topaz from such an imitation is by no means so difficult, it is done on the basis of its density, hardness and refractive indices.
But what is the significance of topaz stone according to ancient peoples? Previously, it was considered a symbol of fidelity, prosperity and happiness. It was customary to present Topaz as a gift to those who are full of anger and passions. He reassured and reconciled these people. Our ancestors believed that topaz gives them the joy of life, laughter, fun, carefree, it makes life more interesting and varied.
Topaz is a stone with a lot of magical properties. One of them is the strengthening of intuition. It is believed that the owner of topaz begins to predict the actions of people, their behavior, can feel their condition, and also affect it. This is probably why this stone is associated with black sorcerers and magicians. Moreover, it was believed that yellow topaz is the most powerful in this regard. A person with it feels superior to other people and, of course, can use it, both in a negative and in a positive way.
Topaz used to be an amulet for sailors. He was always taken with him on a voyage and believed that he would surely save him from trouble, save him from the storm and show the way out of the fog. And other nations considered topaz a symbol of home and comfort. It was customary to keep it at home in order to divert all sorts of misfortunes from his family. The properties of topaz depended on the culture and level of historical development of a country. Some considered him a symbol of victory, others - help, others - happiness, and others - hopes.
There are also many legends about the healing properties of topaz. It is able to fight insomnia, asthma, treats infertility, eye, liver diseases, gives beauty, attractiveness and freshness to its owner. This is a stone with a rich history, which deserves to be worn, protected and loved.