Topaz is a precious stone that is appreciated not only for its beauty, but also for its unique properties and wide variety of colours. It belongs to the silicate family and is known for its relatively high hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale, making it an ideal choice for jewellery.
Topaz comes in a wide range of colours, from blue to yellow, pink, colourless and even shades of red or green. This diversity of colours is due to an equally wide variety of specific elements in its crystal structure.
At Eva Bachsen, it is the blue hues of topaz that are predominant, a natural choice for the brand's signature colours: Sky Blue or Swiss Blue topaz, with its soft, fresh light blue, and London Blue topaz, with its deeper, more intense blue.
Topaz deposits are numerous and spread across the globe, with the most famous sources being Brazil, Russia, Africa, Sri Lanka and India.
Like many gemstones, topaz has symbolic meanings and virtues attributed to it, beliefs often linked to cultural or spiritual traditions.
• Symbolism: Topaz is associated with inner strength, wisdom and mental clarity. It is said to promote self-confidence and communication, and to protect against negative energies.
• Spiritual properties: According to popular belief, topaz is said to bring emotional healing, improve energy flow and promote chakra balance. It is also linked to inner light, creativity and introspection.
• Astrology: In astrology, topaz is often associated with the sign of Scorpio and is considered a lucky stone for people born under this sign.
When it comes to maintaining and caring for your topaz jewellery, here are our recommendations at Eva Bachsen Paris:
• Cleaning: Topaz can be cleaned with warm water and mild soap. It is best to avoid harsh chemicals that could alter its colour or shine.
• Precautions: As with all gemstones, it is recommended to protect topaz from violent shocks, because although it is hard, it can be fragile in terms of internal cracks or breakage under strong blows.
• Storage: It is advisable to store topaz jewellery in a soft jewellery box, separate from other stones or jewellery to avoid scratches.