These blue topaz estate earrings resplendent in 12.31cts of translucent blue topaz are crafted in 18k yellow gold, weighing 14.1g and measuring 21mm long, 15mm wide and weigh 8.1g and measure 18mm long, 8.5mm wide and 12mm deep. These blue topaz estate earrings of captivating and vivacious aesthetic are inspired by the popular design of ear-clips in vogue during the late 1930's, a period in which the excessive earring length of the late 1920's had been abandoned in favor of scrolls, leaves, stylized shells and similar designs to suit the prevailing, relatively short hair style de jour. These intriguing blue topaz clip earrings incorporate duos of stylized scrolls cumulatively adorned with 4.80cts of channel-set tapered blue topaz baguettes, graded an eye-pleasing 'vivid dark aqua-blue' color and 'very good' clarity. These meticulously crafted scrolls are enriched each with an absorbing matching grade pear-shaped blue topaz, cumulatively weighing 7.51cts, secured by trefoil prongs and exposed atop a delicate diaphanous gallery. Equipped with posts and friction clips, these estate blue topaz earrings of unmistakable feminine grace are designed exclusively for pierced ears.
A fluorine aluminum silicate, topaz occurs in a relatively wide range of colors including yellow, yellow-brown, flax, green, blue, red, pink and at times colorless topaz. It is one of the gemstones forming the foundations of the twelve gates to the Holy City of the New Jerusalem. These so-called apocalyptic stones are intended to serve in protection against enemies and as a symbol of beauty and splendor. The Greek name of 'topazos' meaning 'green gemstone' was dedicated by the Romans to Jupiter. Topaz was first mined in Germany in the 18th century and was referred to as 'Schneckenstein' meaning 'snail-stone' due to the resemblance of the topaz-bearing rock to a snail-shell. Blue topaz has gained increased popularity in the past decade and has, to some extent, become a less expensive substitute for aquamarine and even Ceylon sapphire. It can occur naturally or it can be produced from other colors of topaz by means of thermal treatment and irradiation. Such treatments result in distinct hues of blue topaz, the most well-known of which is 'London Blue' displaying a darker but very bright blue. 'Swiss Blue' carries a medium intense blue and 'Sky Blue' refers to all pastel blue topaz. In mystical terms, the gemstone topaz is attributed with a cooling and appetizing effect, said to dispel sadness, anger, and nocturnal fears. Topaz is the 'lucky stone' for the month of November.’
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