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11.62 Carat Natural Topaz Gemstone
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- Dimensions (mm)
- 13.16 x 11.82 x 9.07mm
- Weight (cts)
- 11.62
- Treatment
- Heat Treatment
- Shape
- Cushion
- Type
- Faceted
- Clarity
- VS
- Colours
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Champagne Topaz from Pakistan – In Detail
1. Geographic Origin & Mining Areas
Katlang, Mardan (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa): Renowned for producing pink, champagne, and light orange topaz, Katlang mines have reserves estimated at up to 9 million carats .
Shigar Valley, Skardu (Gilgit‐Baltistan): Another important source known for its natural, untreated Champagne‐colored topaz crystals, often used in both collection and spiritual contexts .
2. Visual & Physical Characteristics
Color: Shades span from light golden or honey-yellow to golden brown, occasionally with peach or pink undertones—exuding a subtle, elegant warmth .
Clarity & Cuts: Many gemstones are eye-clean (free of visible inclusions) and fashioned into precision cuts like Asscher and Octagon Brilliant .
Durability: With a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale, topaz is quite durable. However, it has a perfect basal cleavage which requires careful handling in jewelry settings .
3. Treatment & Stability
Many Pakistan-sourced Champagne Topaz pieces are sold as “natural” and untreated, which is a valuable trait in the gemstone market .
Color stability can be a concern; sunlight exposure may cause fading over time. Some sellers speculate that certain stones were irradiated or heat-treated to enhance color, but this is not always confirmed . A relevant quote from a gemstone enthusiast on Reddit:
“They do lose their color if you let them get exposed to sunlight repeatedly.”
4. Uses & Appeal
Jewelry: Due to its hardness and beautiful luster, Champagne Topaz is popular in rings, pendants, and earrings. Common cuts highlight the gem’s brilliance .
Collectors & Specimens: Raw or partially polished crystals are appreciated by collectors; pieces from Shigar Valley and Katlang are sought-after .
Metaphysical Uses: Some vendors attribute healing properties—like grounding energy and chakra alignment—to Champagne Topaz, making it popular in spiritual and meditation circles
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- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 13.16 x 11.82 x 9.07 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 11.62
- Treatment
- Heat Treatment
- Shape
- Cushion
- Type
- Faceted
- Clarity
- VS
- Colours
-
Champagne Topaz from Pakistan – In Detail
1. Geographic Origin & Mining Areas
Katlang, Mardan (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa): Renowned for producing pink, champagne, and light orange topaz, Katlang mines have reserves estimated at up to 9 million carats .
Shigar Valley, Skardu (Gilgit‐Baltistan): Another important source known for its natural, untreated Champagne‐colored topaz crystals, often used in both collection and spiritual contexts .
2. Visual & Physical Characteristics
Color: Shades span from light golden or honey-yellow to golden brown, occasionally with peach or pink undertones—exuding a subtle, elegant warmth .
Clarity & Cuts: Many gemstones are eye-clean (free of visible inclusions) and fashioned into precision cuts like Asscher and Octagon Brilliant .
Durability: With a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale, topaz is quite durable. However, it has a perfect basal cleavage which requires careful handling in jewelry settings .
3. Treatment & Stability
Many Pakistan-sourced Champagne Topaz pieces are sold as “natural” and untreated, which is a valuable trait in the gemstone market .
Color stability can be a concern; sunlight exposure may cause fading over time. Some sellers speculate that certain stones were irradiated or heat-treated to enhance color, but this is not always confirmed . A relevant quote from a gemstone enthusiast on Reddit:
“They do lose their color if you let them get exposed to sunlight repeatedly.”
4. Uses & Appeal
Jewelry: Due to its hardness and beautiful luster, Champagne Topaz is popular in rings, pendants, and earrings. Common cuts highlight the gem’s brilliance .
Collectors & Specimens: Raw or partially polished crystals are appreciated by collectors; pieces from Shigar Valley and Katlang are sought-after .
Metaphysical Uses: Some vendors attribute healing properties—like grounding energy and chakra alignment—to Champagne Topaz, making it popular in spiritual and meditation circles
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PositiveItem arrived today carefully packaged and looks great!
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Great seller. Would buy from again
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Good seller and nice stone at the price!
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Gemstone as described Will buy from this seller again
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beautiful stone, exceeded my expectations.
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