Yellow Topaz

Yellow Topaz From Brazil

Faceted yellow topaz is a brilliant November birthstone prized for its golden hues and high clarity. Ranking at an impressive 8.0 on the Mohs scale, genuine yellow topaz is significantly harder and rarer than its common substitute, citrine. Prices for loose stones range broadly from $15 to $800+ depending on the carat weight and exact cut. 

Feature DetailsMohs Hardness8.0Common ShapesCushion, Oval, Emerald, and PearColor RangePale yellow, lemon, golden, to orange-yellowNotable ExampleThe American Golden Topaz (22,892 carats), at the Smithsonian

Because of its clarity and luster, it is frequently cut into faceted rounds, cushion cuts, and teardrops to maximize light reflection. True topaz is highly durable for everyday wear, though it is often heat-treated to enhance its saturation and brilliance.