This natural gemstone is absolutely gorgeous. The blue comes from iron and chromium which affect the color hues. The very first discovery of blue topaz dates back to the 18th century sometime and is accredited to an area in Brazil. Pakistan is now the primary location, but areas like Brazil, Mexico, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, and the United States are all known to have mining areas that return this incredible crystal.
While Brazil is credited for discovery sometime in the 18th century, many believe it can be traced back to ancient civilizations. In those ancient times, the crystal represented divine wisdom and protection. There are stories of the Egyptian era that believe this natural crystal was associated with their sun god, Ra. If they wore the crystal, they were to be blessed with strength and vitality.
And as we move through history, we see symbolism like this all along the way. In medieval times, blue topaz was said to ward off evil spirits and help bring good fortune to the bearer. There are many tales and underlying beliefs that bring us to today.
In modern times, most people view this natural crystal as a symbol of calmness and clarity. It’s used a lot to help reduce anxiety or high stress levels.
Perhaps what the blue topaz natural crystal is most known for is its dedication to being December’s birthstone. But truth be told, it is so much more than that!