Topaz - November Birthstone
Topaz is a common gemstone that has been used for centuries in jewelry. Its golden brown to yellow color is classic. Topaz is the November Birthstone and the Sagittarius Zodiac stone.
Topaz is the hardest silicate mineral and one of the hardest minerals in nature. Topaz crystals can reach incredible size of several hundred pounds. Topaz can make very attractive mineral specimens due to their high luster, nice colors and well formed and multifaceted crystals. Topaz may be colorless, yellow, orange, red, blue and green.
Citrine, a form of quartz, is an affordable choice for November birthstone jewelry. Citrine is thought to stand for cheerfulness, hope and youth.