It was my birthday this weekend and I am reflecting on my birthstone, the Topaz. Some topaz fun facts:
- it’s available in almost every colour although the warm tones (yellow-red) are most common
- the purest form is clear
- scores .8 on the Moh’s scale of hardness (that means it’s quite hard)
- may have been first discovered on St. John’s island in the Red Sea
- can be found as large as boulders
- commonly found near granite
- facilitates the balance of emotions and provides protection from greed
The other gemstone for November is the Citrine and offers the following healing powers:
- supports vitality and health
- encourages guiding hope, energy and warmth within the wearer
Thank you American Gem Society! And happy birthday to all the November babies out there!