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Blue was once the rarest color of topaz, but today it is the most common, thanks to a stable color enhancement process developed in the 1970s. The beautiful cool blue of the sky is captured in blue topaz. This pastel blue gem is a designer favorite since it is affordable and available in a wide range of gem shapes and sizes. Its bright and lively color looks right set both yellow and white metals. You’ll find that this versatile gem almost everything in your wardrobe, from browns and grays to vivid tones.

Legend says that topaz dispels enchantment. The ancient Greeks believed that topaz has the power to increase strength and make its wearer invisible in times of emergency. Topaz was also said to change color in the presence of poisoned food or drink.

In 1969, blue topaz was named the state gem of Texas to celebrate a small deposit of natural pale blue topaz that was found in the state. Blue topaz is also the gift often given to celebrate the 4^thanniversary of marriage and is also December?s birthstone.

Because blue topaz is readily available and affordable, it can be found in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, including unusual cuts. Large dramatic gems are also readily available. So have fun searching Jewelry.com’s wide selection of affordable blue topaz jewelry, the perfect piece is just a click away.

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