[Jewelry making - Article 00126] - Re: [Orchid] Lemon Topaz

[Craig]

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    Chances are it's probably citrine. Hard to say without seeing it.
    Even if it was 'yellow' topaz (diffusion treated probably) it would
    never be considered worth $1200. Topaz just doesn't command that kind
    of price.  I can't say whether $60 is good or bad for what you bought
    without knowing the carat weight, cut, proportions, etc. You could
    have a great gem that is poorly cut so you get no brilliance or fire
    (or windowing). Most cut for weight which usually makes the
    proportions less than ideal. Email me the link off list if you want
    me to look. 

Craig
www.creativecutgems.com

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