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November’s birthstone can fight witches, and make you smarter

Versatile topaz has talismanic powers and a rainbow of colour options that make for energising November birthstone jewellery

November 12, 2020 By Rachael Taylor


November’s birthstone is a versatile gem, which will be welcome news for mysterious Scorpios and curious Sagittarius. Though blue is perhaps the most famous of the topaz rainbow, this gemstone can also be found in shades of yellow, orange, pink, violet, brown and red, or with no colour at all.

 

Found in warm climes such Brazil, Mexico, Pakistan, Nigeria, Namibia, Sri Lanka and Madagascar, topaz has been cherished throughout history as a gemstone that offers many talismanic properties.

 

The Middle Ages were a time of great superstition in Europe, and those who could afford its protection turned to topaz, as it was believed to ward off spells and malice. Though our days of witch burning are long behind us, there are many who still believe in the talismanic power of November’s birthstone. In India, for example, topaz is worn above the heart to unleash its powers to give long life, beauty and intelligence to wearers.

 

Though excellent at warding off bad Juju and prized by the Ancient Greeks for its ability to give a dash of Herculean strength to its owners, topaz is not impervious to the odd knock. Registering a score of eight on the Mohs scale of hardness, topaz is a gem to take special care of to avoid chipping or scratching it – and definitely keep it away from any sonic jewellery cleansers.

 

For November birthday gift ideas or for a personal jewellery talisman to treasure, here is our edit of topaz jewellery to invest in now.

 

 

Ten topaz jewels for November birthdays…

 

1

Suzanne Kalan pink topaz ring
Suzanne Kalan pink topaz ring
Suzanne Kalan 14ct yellow gold, pink topaz and diamond Blossom ring, $770
suzannekalan.com

 

2

Libby Rak blue topaz ring at The Jewellery Cut Shop
Libby Rak blue topaz ring at The Jewellery Cut Shop
Libby Rak silver, 18ct yellow gold and blue topaz ring, £395
The Jewellery Cut Shop

 

 

3

Rock and Raw topaz pendant
Rock and Raw topaz pendant
Rock & Raw 9ct yellow gold, Swiss blue topaz, London blue topaz and clear quartz Aura necklace, £3,960
rockandrawjewellery.com

 

 

4

Drutis London Topaz earrings at The Jewellery Cut Shop
Drutis London Topaz earrings at The Jewellery Cut Shop
Drutis 18ct white gold, diamond and London blue topaz charms, £700 (earrings sold separately)
The Jewellery Cut Shop

 

 

5

Sweetpea topaz bracelet
Sweetpea topaz bracelet
Sweat Pea 18ct yellow gold, topaz and turquoise Pogo Punk bracelet, £650
sweetpeajewellery.com

 

 

6

Orman green agate and topaz earrings
Orman green agate and topaz earrings
Orman 9ct yellow gold, agate and green topaz Beam earrings, £1,671
atelierorman.com

 

 

7

Harwell Godfrey smoky topaz ring
Harwell Godfrey smoky topaz ring
Harwell Godfrey 18ct yellow gold, smoky topaz, onyx and diamond Evil Eye ring, $3,300
harwellgodfrey.com

 

 

8

Susannah Lovis antique Imperial Topaz necklace
Susannah Lovis antique Imperial Topaz necklace
Antique Victorian silver, gold, rose-cut diamond and Imperial topaz necklace at Susannah Lovis, £39,500
susannahlovis.com

 

 

9

Alice van Cal blue tit topaz earrings
Alice van Cal blue tit topaz earrings
Alice van Cal x Amelia Windsor 18ct yellow gold, enamel and blue topaz Blue Tit earrings, £695
alicevancal.com

 

 

10

Carolin Stone olive topaz ring
Carolin Stone olive topaz ring
Carolin Stone gold-plated silver Brilliant ring set with a cushion-cut olive topaz, £261
carolinstone.com

 

 

All prices were correct on the date of publishing, but may be subject to change

 

 

 

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