| Azotic Coating Technology, Inc. introduced the | | | | fun to imagine. Medicinally, a ground up gemstone |
| Caribbean topaz to the jewelry world in 1998. Also | | | | sprinkled into wine was used to cure the effects of |
| known as mystic fire or Bermuda topaz, this | | | | asthma and improve eyesight. |
| granddaddy of designer gemstones is created by | | | | A Caribbean topaz ring just might expose poison in |
| applying a thin layer of titanium to the underside of the | | | | food and drink. This gemstone must have been very |
| gemstone. | | | | popular among royalty and dictators! It is also believed |
| What this coating does is change the refractive light | | | | to improve mood, improve fertility and have an overall |
| properties which produces a burst of multi-colored | | | | calming effect on the body. |
| brilliance. Various shades of blue and green make this | | | | How to take care of Caribbean topaz jewelry |
| a cool gem. Its hues certainly are reminiscent of the | | | | Made up of aluminum fluoride silicate, the topaz is a |
| islands. | | | | durable stone with a rank of 8 on the Mohs scale of |
| It doesn't really come from the Caribbean | | | | hardness. This usually means that maintenance is |
| -Natural topaz is found all over the world from Asia to | | | | simple, but because of the thin layer of titanium coating |
| the United States. But, the primary supplier of this | | | | the underside, more care should be taken when |
| gemstone is Brazil. Pakistan, China, Myanmar, Russia, | | | | cleaning. Stay away from harsh chemicals and stick |
| Madagascar and Mexico are just some of the other | | | | with a gentle soap and warm water or an |
| locations that contain mine deposits. So, the stones in | | | | ammonium-based solution. Also, never use abrasives |
| that Caribbean topaz pendant likely came from Brazil, | | | | on this gemstone and the ultrasonic cleaner is not |
| but could have come from anywhere. | | | | recommended. |
| Special occasions | | | | If the titanium coating gets scratched, the light |
| - While it is officially yellow topaz that is the birthstone | | | | refraction is interrupted and the rainbow of colors is |
| for November, any color variety can technically be | | | | compromised. So, be very careful when cleaning |
| used because they all share the same properties. That | | | | Caribbean topaz earrings and other pieces. Because |
| being said, a Caribbean topaz and diamond bracelet | | | | the underside is fairly well protected by the setting and |
| makes for a unique and surprising birthday gift for the | | | | the untreated top is quite hard, it is ok to wear this |
| girl who loves her sparkly accessories. Of course, | | | | gemstone every day. |
| there doesn't have to be a special occasion for this | | | | Designer gems like Caribbean topaz jewelry offer a |
| gemstone. | | | | unique way for women to accessorize. Because it can |
| Magical properties and other benefits | | | | be found in earrings, pendants, bracelets and |
| - The topaz has been a popular gem for thousands of | | | | necklaces, she can enjoy a variety of looks. She can |
| years and, as a result, there are special properties | | | | even add some diamonds for a dressier accessory. |
| attached to it. One such property is the power of | | | | Whether it is set in gold or silver, it makes the perfect |
| invisibility when the body is threatened not likely, but it is | | | | accent to any outfit. |