4.38 ct Emerald Cut Imperial Topaz
This gem is fiery reddish orange. It has that special internal glow that makes imperial topaz light up even in a dark room. Until you see it in person, you can't quite imagine it. To get close, picture a beautiful red/orange gem with a candle lit inside it... that's what you have here!
Imperial topaz gets its color from chromium, the same element that gives rubies their red color and emeralds their deep green. Technically, chromium is an inclusion! That's right, the gem gets its beautiful color from an inclusion. That's why emeralds and rubies are nearly always included to some degree. In fact, a flawless emerald or ruby is red flag that the gem is a fake! Imperial topaz is similar, and very clean stones are exceedingly rare.
True to its nature, this imperial topaz has a couple of thin, fine inclusions visible in the photo. On the hand the color and fire of the stone makes them virtually invisible.
Dimensions: 12.0 X 7.5 mm
Color: Reddish Orange
Carat Weight: 4.38
Cut: Emerald
Clarity: SI2
Price/Carat: $235
All of our topaz comes from one small, sustainable and ethical independent mine. The story of your gem, from the earth to your jewelry box, is always available to any customer.
This topaz is the real deal. Natural. Untreated. Color that will not fade. If you want something that is truly rare, that will still be fiery, brilliant and valuable when your great-grandchildren inherit it, then you are in the right place.
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