Marcus Tempus
Deep London Blue Topaz meets crisp diamond detail in these striking Art Deco-inspired drop earrings.
Crafted in 9ct white gold, each earring centres on an elongated octagonal London Blue Topaz, held within a minimal four-claw setting that allows the gemstone’s rich, inky blue colour to take centre stage.
Above each stone, a double row of pavé-set diamonds creates a slender flash of brilliance, drawing the eye naturally towards the elongated gemstone below. The combination of strong geometry, saturated colour and delicate diamond sparkle gives the earrings a distinctly Deco character while keeping the overall look elegant and contemporary.
Part of The House of Gemstones.
We love the proportions of these earrings.
The long octagonal topaz has enough presence to really show off the depth of London Blue, while the slim diamond-set drop above adds light without competing with the gemstone.
White gold keeps the palette cool and crisp, making the deep blue appear even richer. They feel glamorous enough for an occasion but remain beautifully clean and architectural rather than overly ornate.
The House of Gemstones
Topaz is admired for its exceptional clarity, bright vitreous lustre and remarkable colour range. It can appear colourless, golden, pink, orange, red, green or blue.
Its natural brilliance and ability to form in impressive crystal sizes make it equally suited to refined everyday jewellery and dramatic statement pieces.
Nature’s Artistry
Topaz commonly forms as well-defined prismatic crystals in pegmatites, high-temperature veins and cavities within igneous rocks.Clean topaz with lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft brush. Avoid sudden temperature changes, steam cleaning, ultrasonic cleaning and sharp knocks.
Understanding Topaz Colour
The most prized range, typically orange, pinkish orange or warm reddish orange.
Warm yellow to golden brown, often displaying excellent brilliance.
Soft blush through vivid pink; fine natural material is rare.
A pale, fresh blue with a light and elegant appearance.
Bright, vivid blue with energetic saturation.
A deeper, inky blue with subtle greenish or greyish undertones.
Colourless topaz with clean transparency and understated brilliance.
The Rarest Topaz Colours
Imperial topaz describes the most desirable warm colours, including rich orange, pinkish orange and reddish orange. The finest stones combine saturation, brightness and excellent transparency.
Colour terminology can vary within the trade, so important stones benefit from careful assessment and, where appropriate, an independent gemmological report.
Origins and Character
The best-known source, producing colourless, blue, yellow, pink and Imperial topaz.
Known for attractive pink, champagne and colourless crystals.
Produces colourless and coloured topaz with strong transparency.
A historic source of colourless and pale-coloured topaz.
Historically associated with fine coloured topaz from the Ural region.
Understanding Treatment
Natural strongly coloured blue topaz is uncommon. Much of the blue topaz used in jewellery begins as colourless material that is irradiated and then heated to create stable blue colour.
Topaz may naturally occur in colourless, yellow, orange, pink, brown and pale blue tones.
This accepted treatment is commonly used to produce Sky, Swiss and London Blue topaz.
Some topaz receives a surface coating to create unusual colours and must be disclosed.
Synthetic topaz exists but is much less common in jewellery than treated natural topaz.
Marcus Tempus Gemstone Selection
We select topaz for colour, transparency, brilliance, cutting and overall presence. We also consider treatment disclosure and whether the gemstone is well suited to the intended jewellery design.
Marcus Tempus Bespoke
Topaz jewellery can be created around your preferred colour, gemstone shape and precious metal. Where the design allows, we can discuss Imperial, golden, pink, white or blue topaz and select a setting that offers appropriate protection.
Availability varies according to colour, treatment, shape, size and stone dimensions. Topaz has perfect cleavage, so some ring designs may require a protective setting or small design adjustments.
Enquire About Bespoke Options →Topaz Questions
The gemstone is natural topaz, but most strong blue colour is produced by irradiation and heat.
Imperial topaz refers to prized warm colours such as orange, pinkish orange and reddish orange.
It resists scratching well but should be protected from sharp impacts because of its perfect cleavage.
Warm soapy water is safer. Ultrasonic and steam cleaning are best avoided.
Yes. Topaz is one of the traditional birthstones for November.
Yes. It can be colourless, yellow, orange, brown, pink, red, green or pale blue.
