Topaz 4mm Round Faceted AA Grade - 15-16 inchTopaz is a rare silicate mineral and obtains much of its popularity from its beautiful colors and its status as a birthstone. Topaz occurs in a wide range of natural colors; however, most natural topaz is colorless. The most highly regarded colors are the reds and pinks, which receive their color from trace amounts of chromium. The name "topaz," and variants of the name in other languages, have been used for yellowish gemstones for at least two

The most highly regarded colors are the reds and pinks

which comes in many forms and color variations

Known in antiquity as the Speaker’s Stone

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Natural wood beads have markings and color unique to their species

Von Prehn discovered the stone in South Africa in 1774

including the Chin-goo 808 Mine

this smooth  Labradorite pebble is truly a beautiful specimen

Shiny and sparkling at the same time

” which means to deceive

creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black

It has been called “the Laughter Stone” or “Happy Lace” for its believed power to elevate thoughts and promote optimism