1/22/2024 0 Comments November gemstoneAccording to the Old Farmer’s Almanac (an association that's been around for 230 years and claims an 80% accuracy rate for its weather predictions), a gift of blue topaz is said to be a promise of love and fidelity, which is perhaps why blue topaz is the gem of the fourth wedding anniversary and Imperial topaz is the gem of the 23rd wedding anniversary. The ancient Greeks claimed that topaz gave them strength, the Europeans thought it could thwart magic spells and dispel anger back in the 1300s, and it’s long been worn in India to enhance beauty, brains and longevity. Some believe the word ‘topaz’ derived from the Sanskrit word tapas (meaning ‘fire’), whilst others trace it back to the Greek topazos.Įither way, topaz is thought to have plentiful benefits to those who wear it. The meaning behind topaz is a little vague. When most people think of topaz, they envision a gorgeous blue hue - and that’s because jewellers have treated colorless topaz with irradiation and heating, which has given it that now iconic light blue hue. Topaz is the original November corundum and has a plethora of colour options, from light blue and yellow to violet, brown and even colourless. Precious gems often become so rare and expensive that the price tag is simply too much for shoppers, hence cheaper varieties have been introduced. In November’s case, citrine was later added as a more modern, secondary birthstone because it was the more affordable option. Many of the months of the year have, however, acquired two birthstones due to precious gems coming in and out of fashion over time. Check Art Deco engagement rings - they are really beautiful examples of citrine jewelry to start your search.Birthstones have been worn since ancient times and November’s original gem stone was topaz. The contemporary jewelry market offers a wide variety of shapes and sizes for this gemstone.
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