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Topaz |
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Topaz is a aluminium silicate fluoride hydroxide mineral found in pegmatites, high temperature quartz veins and cavities in Granites and Rhyolites. Topaz crystals can grow very large, is colourless in its purest form, trace impurities create pale yellow or pink Topaz. Topaz are used as a gemstone, used in the jewellery trade. Topaz is colour enhanced, usually through heating, to create the vast array of Topaz colours. Irradiated Topaz changes from light blue to electric blue. Natural Topaz crystals make interesting and collectable specimens. |
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Metaphysical Properties |
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Topaz stimulates the crown chakra and works in the flow of the universe and as such teaches us faith that the universe will always provide when we are open to trust. Topaz is a powerful crystal for manifestation and acts to magnify all intents whilst dispelling negativity and fear. Topaz brings happiness, good health and abundance encouraging the flowering of one inner resources. Topaz accelerates ones intuitive and healing abilities helping one see clearly the source of dis-ease and dis-harmony. |
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Crystal Healing Uses |
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Topaz helps in the treatment of nail, skin and hair disorders. Topaz can be useful in treating olfactory dysfunction. Topaz has been used to help regulate the bodies metabolism. |
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Colour: |
colourless, yellow, orange, red, blue, green, white |
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Class: |
Silicate |
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Group: |
Orthorhombic |
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Formations: |
short to long prismatic crystals |
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Localities: |
Worldwide |
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Chemical Composition: |
Al2(F,OH)2SiO4 |
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Hardness: |
8 |
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Lustre: |
vitreous, translucent to transparent |
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Cleavage: |
perfect in one direction |
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Varieties: |
Imperial Topaz, Pyknite |
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Disclaimer: |
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All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect. Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner. |
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