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Topaz, November Birthstone

Topaz, the birthstone for November, is naturally a transparent gem but it is found in various tones of yellow, gold, orange, red, blue, green, pink, and brown. It has a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale, making it a nice jewelry gemstone.

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Pin/Pendant with Blue Topaz, 18KY & W

This pin/pendant was inspired by a swimming hole in the Berkshires. Blue topaz is set into a highly polished 18K white gold concave background to achieve the look of water. The “rocks” are created in 18K yellow and white gold, enhanced by aline graved texture. The necklace is made of crystal and blue topaz beads with bezel set Chrome Tourmalines and “S” hooks to attach to the piece or to each other in order to wear alone. Designed and created by Laurie Donovan.