TOPAZ TO TREASURE NOW
TOPAZ
Topaz is November’s jewel. Natural topaz shades of orange, brown, and yellow evoke autumnal glow. But topaz colors span a rainbow in pink, blue and violet.
For now, as we think about autumn jewelry, we’re in the mood for the warm and smoky range of topaz gemstones. Imperial topaz, is particularly precious. It was a gemological favorite of 17th century Russian tsars. Traditionally, Imperial topaz is orange with red dichroism, meaning that when you tilt the stone one way it looks orange, tilted another way it can look red. But the “Imperial” designation now includes the pink, peach, lavender and saffron yellow hues.
They’re mined in the vapor cavities of ancient volcanoes. Brazil is where most topaz come from. But beautiful specimens are mined in the mountains of Russia, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Mexico, Australia, Germany, Czech Republic, Japan, Italy, and the United States. Topaz is Utah’s official state gemstone.
Topaz rocks exceptional clarity. They are beautiful in faceted cuts as well as intaglios and cabochons. Topaz rings grace our fingers with beautiful light. We found a few especially breathtaking topaz rings you can wear right now. Check out our 10 favorites, below.
One of the most beautiful treasures of Autumn is the Topaz. While the most pure state of this gemstone is colorless and transparent, a variety of impurities render gorgeous autumnal colors, ranging from the most common of yellow to reddish-orange to brown to smoke-colored stones.
Our favorites are orange and Imperial topaz. And we found some beautiful topaz rings to share with you now.
This delectable ring is a confection of 1.295 carats of white diamonds set in an 18 carat yellow gold trellis, all supporting a gorgeous 11 carat Imperial topaz.
Available at 1st Dibs.
This Marina B. Topaz Citrine Diamond Ring, is a mid-1980’s statement cocktail accessory. It features a topaz and a citrine stone, both pear-shaped, set in 18 karat yellow gold encrusted with a hundred and two round brilliant cut diamonds. The workmanship is extraordinary. Stamped with Marina B. maker's logo, serial number, France, 1985.
Available at 1stDibs.
This Imperial topaz and diamond cocktail ring is a showstopper -- which is why we had to show it here. We’d love to tell you more about it, but the owner currently is keeping it all to herself!
Over 11 carats of Imperial topaz pack a powerful punch in this glorious cocktail ring. It beautifully screams Beautiful Autumn as it reflects the color of a late autumn leaf. Thirty rubies and 72 diamonds are embedded in the 18 carat rose gold band to highlight the center stone.
Warm orange sunshine appears to emanate from your finger when you wear this extraordinary Imperial topaz and diamond ring. With more than 7 carats of the regal center stone, surrounded by tiny diamond rounds, set in a delicate 18 carat yellow gold graceful band, this is an autumn treasure you will cherish.
This Pierced Flora Noir Ring has a beautiful antique feel. Its dainty setting is made of 18 carat yellow gold and oxidized silver, which beautifully houses an 8.27 carat Imperial topaz surrounded 55 round brilliant cut diamonds.
Handmade exclusively by McTeigue & McClelland.
This amazing Imperial topaz dinner ring sparkles in autumnal brilliance with a gorgeous 7.56cts. oval cut Imperial Topaz is set in platinum with 2 half-moon cut diamonds (1.15cts) in a semi-halo setting.There are 227 round cut diamonds (1.35cts. t.w.) surrounding the crown, running halfway down all sides of the shank.
Available at 1stdibs.
This beauty is circa 1960, when cocktail rings really began to rock. It’s a magnificent oval cut Imperial topaz surrounded by small diamonds on a simple gold shank. Sweet!
Available at 1st Dibs.
This antique beauty shows off a 13 carat oval cut Imperial topaz by surrounding it with 22 4mm cultured pearls. All set in 14 carat gold. It’s fit for a queen!
Available at RubyLane.
This one-of-a-kind modern ring, designed by jeweler Amy Nordstrom is truly special. The Imperial Topaz in this ring is rutilated, with tiny needles of titanium dioxide, or TiO2 The setting is handmade.
Read more about November Treasures all this week on BeautifulNow in November Travel Treasure: Patagonia, Autumn Mind & Body Treasures, Magical Moon Festivals: Thailand, Autumn Wildflower Treasures, Spectacular Star Showers and Precious Pears. And check out more beautiful things happening now in BN Wellness, Impact, Nature/Science, Food, Arts/Design, and Travel, Daily Fix posts.
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