Swiss Blue Topaz (treated)

Item Description

Gem quality Topaz is often colorless when it's found in nature. It's actually fairly difficult to find fine quality natural blue Topaz in gem material. This demand for blue Topaz created an opportunity in the marketplace for someone to give the buyers what they wanted. Treated Swiss Blue Topaz was introduced on the market about 40 years ago, and it has been a staple for jewelry stores and gem dealers around the world. These stones made a huge splash when they were introduced, and their popularity persists today. This material typically starts out as colorless Topaz and is treated to create the intense blue color. This method is well known in the gem trade and is not at all frowned upon, provided that people KNOW that they're buying a treated gem. The color in this material is what attracts collectors. There are actually very few gems in the world with this color and this gem has a vivid blue hue. This stone is nearly eye clean with an "Oval Brilliant" cut. A great stone for a pendant or a big showy ring. Keep in mind that Topaz is the birthstone for November, so this could make a great gift for someone with a November birthday.