This natural 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐳 weighs an impressive 𝟏𝟐.𝟕𝟔𝟓 𝐜𝐭 and is fashioned in a substantial heart-shaped mixed cut measuring approximately 𝟏𝟑.𝟑 × 𝟏𝟑.𝟑 × 𝟗.𝟖 𝐦𝐦. The gemstone displays a warm orangey-brown body colour with attractive cognac, copper-brown and subtle reddish-brown reflections that become more pronounced around the outer facets.
The material is transparent and presents a 𝐕𝐕𝐒 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 profile, with only very minor internal characteristics visible under magnification. Its high degree of transparency allows the colour and facet reflections to remain clearly visible throughout the stone.
The heart-shaped outline is well defined and gives the gemstone a strong face-up presence. The mixed-cut facet arrangement produces a combination of broader internal reflections through the centre and deeper, more saturated brown-orange flashes around the perimeter. This contrast creates visual depth and emphasizes the warm whiskey-like colour of the stone.
Topaz is an aluminium fluorosilicate mineral with a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale and crystallizes in the orthorhombic crystal system. Its naturally vitreous luster contributes strong surface brightness and gives the polished facets a crisp reflective appearance.
The term 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐳 is a trade colour description referring to the warm brown to orangey-brown appearance of the gemstone rather than a separate mineral variety.
This specimen has been 𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝, a treatment used to modify or enhance colour in Topaz. The treatment is disclosed transparently as part of the gemstone’s identification.
The recorded origin of this specimen is 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐥, one of the world’s most important sources of gem-quality Topaz.
With its substantial 12.765 ct weight, symmetrical heart presentation, high transparency, VVS clarity and rich orangey-brown whiskey colour, this Topaz offers a distinctive combination of size, warm colour and strong jewellery presence.
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