Topaz
specimen number:
9530042
location:
Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
description: This is a fine Imperial topaz crystal from Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil, presented as a single, undamaged crystal weighing 39 grams. The crystal is gemmy and highly lustrous, displaying the rich golden to warm amber coloration that defines true Imperial topaz from this historic locality. Ouro Preto is world famous for producing the finest Imperial topaz, prized for its clarity, transparency, and vibrant color. Well crystallized, undamaged examples of this size and quality are especially desirable to both collectors and connoisseurs of classic Brazilian gemstones.
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