Mystic Topaz

Mystic topaz is quite a new gem type, first seen around 1998. It is colorless (white) topaz that has been coated, giving it a unique rainbow color effect. It is not a gem type on its own, but rather considered an enhanced or treated colorless topaz. The coating technology, known as thin film deposition, was pioneered by a company called Azotic Coating Inc. Mystic topaz may be so-called because its attractive changing colors appear deep, mysterious and unusual. Mystic topaz usually appears to display rainbow colors, with greens, blues and purples being quite prominent. Since the treatment is a coating, it is not a permanent enhancement, but its remarkable appearance makes it an interesting gem in its own right.

Mystic Topaz Gemstone Properties

Mystic Topaz Color & Occurence

Mystic Topaz is found in colors including green, yellow, red, reddish-brown, white and bluish white.

Deposits of topaz have been found in Brazil, Afghanistan, Australia, Myanmar (Burma), China, Germany, Japan, Madagascar, Mexico, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Russia, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, Ukraine and the USA. Enormous topaz crystals have been discovered in Minas Gerais (Brazil) and Ukraine.

Healing Power of Mystic Topaz

Mystic topaz is topaz that has been coated to enhance it, therefore, the beliefs that are attributed to topaz apply to it. The ancient Greeks believed that topaz was a powerful stone that could increase the strength of the wearer and even provide invisibility in desperate times. Both the ancient Egyptians and the Romans associated topaz with the Sun God.

Mystical Power in Mystic Topaz

In traditional Indian belief systems, topaz is said to unlock the throat chakra, which facilitates communication and self-expression. Therefore, topaz is thought to be beneficial to artists, writers, public speakers and others who are concerned with self-expression. Some believe that topaz can promote virility in men.