PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
- GROUP Silicates - nesosilicates
- COMPOSITION Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
- COLOR Colourless, blue, yellow, pink, brown, green
- CRYSTALLINE SYSTEM Rhombic
- CRYSTALLINE HABIT Prismatic
- HARDNESS 8
- FRACTURE From subconchoidal to unequal
- EXFOLIATION Perfect Basal
- GLOSS Vitreous
- STRIP Colorless
- TRANSPARENCY From transparent to translucent
- SPECIFIC GRAVITY 3.4 - 3.6
- REFRACTIVE INDEX 1.62 - 1.63
MINERALOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The imperial topaz or golden topaz is a variety of especially valued topaz that has a yellow-orange color. Most golden topaz comes from Brazil, from the Minas Gerais region.
The name of topaz derives from the Sanskrit word "tapaz", which means "fire". Its name is also related to the ancient Topaz Island, in the Red Sea, now Zabargad Island (San Juan Island, Egypt), where it is said that the first specimens were found.
The topaz is an aluminosilicate that was formed through emanations of fluorine that were released in the crystallization process of igneous rocks . It is usually found in pegmatites, rhyolite cavities and in hydrothermal veins. It forms well-developed crystals and is often used as a gem for jewelry making.
Deposits: Brazil, Russia, Zambia, United States and Sri Lanka.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
The imperial topaz is associated with the 3rd chakra and is considered a stone of creativity, joy, generosity and abundance. Strengthens and recharges spiritually and physically. It favors the connection with strength and self-confidence. It helps to overcome limitations and achieve goals.
The imperial topaz helps to discover inner wealth, to connect with inner values, with trust, optimism and love. Physically, it is said to be beneficial for regenerating the body and providing vigor.
