Topaz London: description, application and features of stone care

Topaz London Blue is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful stones and is in demand among connoisseurs. In terms of its aesthetic characteristics and attractiveness, it will compete with many jewelry. Products made from it look expensive, spectacular, exclusive and memorable.

Topaz London Blue refers to semi-precious stones. The cut mineral pleases the eye with beautiful tints, thanks to which it is often called the "Siberian diamond". There are several versions of the origin of the name of the London stone. According to one of them, blue topaz has a valid name precisely because it acquired its unique shade in the laboratory of the capital of Great Britain.

According to another, no less plausible, it was so named by the inventors from London. In any case, there is a clear connection between this stone and the English capital. Despite the fact that nature creates natural topaz in blue and blue tones, it is the London Blue that is considered to be the reference option. It has been compared to all other shades of blue.

There are few topaz deposits all over the world. They are mainly concentrated in the Urals in our country and in Brazil. This explains the value of this mineral for jewelers. At different times, there were different opinions about the naturalness of the stone. Currently, topaz London Blue is considered to be an artificial stone, since its name was introduced only after the creation of an artificial shade in a laboratory. and since then it has been used only with respect to topaz which have been exposed to neutrons.Even if a mineral is found in nature that is very similar in color to London blue, this name is not applied to it.

At the same time, talking about the unnaturalness of London topaz is also not entirely correct. The beautiful blue tint of the stone is created artificially, but natural topaz is taken as the basis. The original stone absorbs radiation rays, as a result of which its blue hue becomes more intense.

The name of the stone is translated as "London Blue". However, in relation to London blue, it is customary to use the following color designations: dark, gray, smoky. Accordingly, the ideal blue or blueness of topaz often gets such characteristics as: dark, gray or smoky.

The color of London Blue topaz is often described as a pronounced bright blue. Such a description can be associated with cornflower blue and ultramarine, a bright sky. I would like to note that this is a delusion. Such definitions are more suitable for sapphires. The originality of the color of the London stone is rather in a muted smoky blue hue with an admixture of gray or green.

In terms of chemical composition, this stone is aluminum silicate, and the color spectrum of topaz depends on the vacancies in the crystal lattice. This also explains its ability to change color. The physical characteristics of topaz are as follows: glassy, ​​transparent. On the Mohs scale of hardness it has a value of 8, only diamond and corundum are harder than it. The mineral has a conchoidal fracture and a density of 3.49 to 3.57 g / cm3. The cut topaz has perfectly smooth edges, good transparency, an exclusive shade and an iridescent mirror shine.

Topaz London Blue is popular with traditional healers for its medicinal properties. It is believed to be soothing and maintain a clear mind in extreme circumstances. People with psychological problems are advised to wear jewelry with it to eliminate mood swings and depression. The positive effect of this stone on people suffering from insomnia has been noticed.

There is a statement that London blue topaz adjusts its owner to a philosophical mood. This attitude is able to create for others a reputation as a wise person with unlimited abilities. The main magical properties of the mineral are as follows:

• protection from dark forces and evil people;
• the gift of clairvoyance, heightened intuition and invulnerability;
• career growth, business luck and financial well-being;
• solving mysteries and exposing intrigues, discovering lies;
• for women, topaz prolongs youth, and makes men wise;
• development of intelligence;
• emphasizes and enhances morality and nobility;
• assistance in making the right decision;
• keeps love in the family;
• attracts wealth;
• develops communication skills and gives self-confidence.

The aesthetics of the exclusive appearance of London Topaz inspire many designers to create beautiful jewelry, which can be purchased for personal use or as a gift. Products with topaz are very often presented at a topaz wedding, which falls on a sixteen-year-old marriage. Earrings, rings, pendants, bracelets are encrusted with London Blue topaz. A set of products with a London stone looks especially impressive.

The stone is considered versatile and looks great with most precious metals, such as: gold, platinum, silver. As for gold, different types of gold are used by jewelers: white gold, pink, yellow and red. Jewelry with London blue in a titanium frame is also popular. At cost, they are much more affordable than others, but they look no less impressive.

The deep blue is especially suitable for those with blue-gray eyes. It beautifully sets off the beauty of the natural shade. At the same time, you can choose a beautiful set of London mineral for any type of appearance, it is only important to choose the right frame. For example, topaz in silver and white gold are perfect for spring-winter blondes. Brown-haired, brunettes and redheads should try on jewelry with yellow gold.

Since Topaz London Blue has no age restrictions, women of any age can wear it, as well as men. A stone with a deep elegant blue will emphasize the uniqueness of the image of both a young girl and a strict business woman. It goes well with evening dresses and formal suits.

In terms of the horoscope, London Blue topaz is considered a universal stone. Astrologers make recommendations for wearing it to all, without exception, zodiac signs. Some horoscopes say that most of all the London stone loves representatives of the constellation Scorpio. Especially those with business connections.

Astrologers also make a special connection of London Blue topaz with people born in the constellation Cancer and Pisces. It is believed that the mineral helps them to properly distribute their forces and cope with negative emotions. On special occasions, it is recommended to wear jewelry with the London stone for Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn. For those born under this zodiacal constellation, it sharpens intuition, sharpens the gift of foresight.

Experts are able to distinguish a real stone very quickly with a refractometer. For an ordinary buyer, this is much more difficult, but with the help of simple methods you can protect yourself from purchasing a fake instead of London blue topaz and understand how the original is different.

There are several signs by which you can find out that in front of you is topaz or aquamarine.

• Aquamarine is paler and lighter in color. The background of blue topaz is much richer and deeper.
• Topaz is one third heavier than aquamarine. The difference can be felt if two similar samples from different stones are in the hands at the same time.
• Topaz drowns in jewelry salt solution.

Sitall is a stone that imitates London topaz. It is a nanocrystal made using crystal glass. In terms of cost, it can be 5 times lower.

• In order to distinguish sitall from London blue topaz, you need to rub the surface of the mineral with a woolen cloth. The topaz under study should become electrified and attract pieces of paper or thread.
• Real topaz is very hard, so it will leave scratches on glass or other hard surface, and it is very difficult to scratch itself, unlike imitation.

• Topaz absorbs heat for a long time. The glass heats up in the hand almost instantly.
• Glass does not scratch quartz and crystal.
• The glass sample cannot generate static electricity.
• Has no natural cracks.

Like any gemstone, topaz requires special care in its care.If you neglect the necessary care for it, the mineral will begin to lose color, and irregularities will appear on its surface. Topaz London Blue is categorically contraindicated:

• interaction with abrasive substances and household chemicals, cosmetics, perfumes and toilet water;
• prolonged exposure to direct sunlight;
• contact with salt and fresh water;
• sharp temperature drops;
• mechanical influences such as shock, falls, scratches.

This mineral is especially good for publication. Do not wear London Blue topaz rings, rings or bracelets to the beach, sauna or pool. In such conditions, the mineral loses its beauty, changes color. For the same reason, it is necessary to remove jewelry before cleaning, dishwashing, fitness and other physical activities.

In order to refresh the stone, simply wipe it with a damp and then immediately dry cloth. If the topaz has significant contamination, then the procedure for its cleaning is entrusted to a specialist. It is best to store London topaz products in a closed box covered with a soft cloth, separate from other stones to avoid mutual damage.

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