[Jewelry making - Article 00576] - Re: [Orchid] Topaz Vs. Quartz

[David Barzilay Lord of the Rings]

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    "Smoky Topaz" is NOT topaz. 

    It is quartz, which is a differnt mineral entirely. It is definitely
    incorrect (and possibly, fraudulent) to call it Topaz, although it is
    VERY commonly done. 

    Rather than recommending specific books, I suggest that you contact
    Gmological Institute of America in either Carlsbad, CA or NYC, NY and
    get their bookstore catalog. 

    There are dozens of good books on the subject, and if you are
    interested enough, you can take their Colored Stone course by
    correspondence. 

    David Barzilay, Graduate Gemologist 

    p.s. if you are in Southern California, feel free to visit me or
    phone me. 

David Barzilay
Lord of the Rings
607 S Hill St Ste 850
Los Angeles, CA 90014-1718
213-488-9157

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