The Uses of Mystic Topaz

Mystic Topaz is usually a clear Topaz stone that has been enhanced or treated. Mystic Topaz is not a gemstone that occurs naturally and its major function is that of beautiful ornamental jewelry.

Mystic Topaz is a fairly new process for treating Topaz. Topaz is one of the more common gemstones and the Mystic Topaz is known for its clear Topaz stone that is then coated with an extremely thin layer of titanium or other type of metal on the bottom portion of the stone, commonly referred to as the pavilion. Treating the Topaz makes the Mystic Topaz refract or reflect wonderful rainbow colors which have beautiful blues, yellows, reds and greens.

Mystic Topaz is primarily used for ornamental jewelry and one of the top jewelry pieces to find this stone are rings. This stone makes it perfect for any type of ring; in fact, many people are choosing this stone for an engagement ring, due to its beauty and style. It is important to note that many times, since this stone is much more affordable than diamonds or other types of natural gemstones, these rings are set with much more affordable metals such as 10K gold or silver. However, you can easily upgrade the metal that you choose for your jewelry. Mystic Topaz is a patented process and is usually limited in supply each year. While many large jewelers will have Mystic Topaz available, smaller stores may not.

Besides rings, Mystic Topaz is a great stone for charms, pendants and earrings.

Mystic Topaz - The History and Origins

Mystic Topaz is the name given for a group of treated or enhanced gemstone. These gemstones do not occur naturally and are usually treated with special chemicals or elements to make the stones have an extra ordinary quality. While Mystic Topaz is not as valuable as other types of stones, it has become very popular, especially for rings due to its wonderful colors and qualities. Here is some more information.

Mystic topaz is partially created with topaz, one of the more popular gemstones found naturally and an enhancement which usually includes a thin layer of titanium or other type of metal with similar qualities. Usually a colorless topaz stone is used. The titanium coating is only microns thick and the coating is only applied to the stone’s pavilion. The pavilion is a term used by jewelers to describe the underneath, usually angled part of the stone. The pavilion usually encompasses the majority of the weight of the stone. The process in which Mystic Topaz is created is patented and thus limited to certain amounts of stones that are available commercially in the marketplace.

The reason why a treatment is added to the stone is to give it an extra ordinary quality. In the case of Mystic Topaz, the coating creates wonderful rainbow colors that includes blues, greens, yellow and red tinges. Mystic Topaz is also iridescent making this stone a wonderful choice for those that want something different than usual gemstones, but like the fact that Mystic Topaz looks traditional in its styling.