Blue Topaz is December's Birthstone

London Blue Topaz Pendant by  HelenesDreams

Topaz is one of my favorite stones. It's actually considered a mineral and is a hard, durable gemstone. Did you know that a completely pure topaz is colorless? Most have minor impurities of some sort, which gives them their gorgeous colors. Blue is one of the topaz colors, and it happens to be the birthstone for December, symbolizing love and fidelity. 


Blue topaz is rare in nature. Much of the blue topaz on the market today is another color of topaz that has been treated (though not dyed) to achieve the lovely blue tones. The various shades of blue each have names with the most common being Swiss Blue, Sky Blue and London Blue. London blue is a darker tone and is sometimes used in place of the more valuable sapphire. 


Enjoy some lovely, affordable examples of artisan jewelry featuring blue topaz. Surprise your loved one with a thoughtful birthday gift with their birthstone.

This ring is custom made by hand. It features a delicate flower and blue topaz setting. 

sakura flower ring by nellyvansee

These earrings are sterling silver with beautifully cut sky blue topaz stones in a setting.

Sky blue topaz Earrings by TwoSilverMoons

This handmade pendant features a Swiss Blue topaz briolette along with many other types of stones (including other topaz) in a variety of pastel colors. 

Swiss Blue Topaz Sterling Cluster Necklace by ppennee

See even more blue topaz creations in this coordinating collection on artfire.com curated by me!

Which topaz is your favorite? Will anybody in your life be the lucky recipient of a blue topaz this December?