Four Elements: Blue Topaz

Nov 1

What's your birthstone? It's kind of like your birthday but in gorgeous gemstone form. It's something to celebrate. The ancient Greeks believed everything was made of four elements: earth, water, air, and fire. We believe every birthstone month deserves (at least) four jewelry wishes. Happy birthstone!

Truth and desires with November's birthstone

On the opposite spectrum of November’s citrine birthstone sits blue topaz. Its name originates from the Sanskrit word “tapas,” or fire. While topaz is traditionally found in yellow or amber tones, it is colorless and turns into different colors according to the impurities found in it. A popular color tone is blue—a bright, light blue. Rare in nature, the blue hue is usually treated to achieve the color. Each color of topaz is said to symbolize different things, and blue garners truth and desires. A surprisingly versatile stone ideal for wearing year-round—lounging by a pool or on the ski slopes—we love blue topaz’s vibrant look, especially when paired with white or silver.

**EARTH**

The queen of enamel, Italian designer Bea Bongiasca takes traditional studs to the next level with this enamel and octagon blue topaz earring. We expect nothing less from a Central Saint Martins graduate with honors. Also, Bea is fascinated by East Asian culture, always resulting in a playful take.
Bea Bongiasca white enamel and blue topaz Candy Octagon earrings, $1,160 at Twist

**FIRE**

Started by brothers Chad and Matthew, 13 Secrets Jewelry Gallery has multiple locations around Savannah, GA. One of their goals is to offer customers truly unique pieces, which Chad (a third-generation jeweler and designer) achieves in each piece he designs.
13 Secrets 18k gold, diamonds, and London blue topaz cushion cabochon ring, $3,800 at 13 Secrets Jewelry Gallery

**AIR**

Doves by Doron Paloma’s designer, Doron Hakimian, comes from a family of precious gemstone manufacturers and a career in architecture. Michelle Obama and Jennifer Lopez are fans of his covetable, trendy pieces.
Doves by Doron Paloma 18k yellow gold, diamonds, white agate, and sky blue topaz pendant, $2,170 at Worthmore Jewelers

**WATER**

Stones are the centerpiece in Goshwara designer Sweta Jain’s breathtaking creations. The blue topaz settings on this showstopper bracelet exemplify how hero stones should shine in statement jewelry.
Goshwara 18k gold, diamond, and topaz link “Gossip” bracelet, $18,000 at 1stDibs

Editor: Samantha Durbin
Market Editor: Johannah Masters

Every item featured is personally selected by our writers and editors (read: we're totally into it). Please know that when you buy through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission (read: we get to keep doing what we love).