Swiss Blue Topaz (treated)

Item Description

Here we have an attractive, classic Swiss Blue Topaz gem. Ever since Swiss Blue Topaz was introduced to the market about 40 years ago, it has been a staple for jewelry stores and gem dealers around the world. These stones made a huge splash when they were introduced on the market, and their popularity persists today. This material typically starts out as colorless Topaz and is irradiated 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. These stones fill a demand for blue Topaz among buyers that typically cannot be met by the amount of natural blue stones found around the world. This stone is virtually eye-clean with a "Step Oval" cut. A great stone for a pendant or a showy ring.