10 GORGEOUS TOPAZ TREASURES NOW

One of the most beautiful treasures of Autumn is the Topaz. While the most pure state of this gemstone is colorless and transparent, a variety of impurities render gorgeous autumnal colors, ranging from the most common of yellow to reddish-orange to brown to smoke-colored stones.

Our favorites are orange and imperial topaz. And we found some beautiful topaz rings to share with you now.

1. IMPERIAL TOPAZ PAVE HALO VINE RING

This delectable ring is a confection of 1.295 carats of white diamonds set in an 18 carat yellow gold trellis, all supporting a gorgeous 11 carat Imperial topaz.

Available at 1st Dibs.

2. IMPERIAL TOPAZ & AQUAMARINE RINGvcf

Pale blue plays off rich russet orange in this exquisite ring. The 6 carat natural dark imperial topaz and 0.80 carats of aquamarines are set in a textured 18 carat yellow gold band.

3. IMPERIAL TOPAZ & DIAMOND RING

This Imperial topaz and diamond cocktail ring is a showstopper -- which is why we had to show it here. We’d love to tell you more about it, but the owner currently is keeping it all to herself!

4. IMPERIAL TOPAZ & DIAMOND RING

Over 11 carats of Imperial topaz pack a powerful punch in this glorious cocktail ring. It beautifully screams Beautiful Autumn as it reflects the color of a late autumn leaf. Thirty rubies and 72 diamonds are embedded in the 18 carat rose gold band to highlight the center stone.

5. IMPERIAL TOPAZ & DIAMOND RING

Warm orange sunshine appears to emanate from your finger when you wear this extraordinary Imperial topaz and diamond ring. With more than 7 carats of the regal center stone, surrounded by tiny diamond rounds, set in a delicate 18 carat yellow gold graceful band, this is an autumn treasure you will cherish.

6. IMPERIAL TOPAZ PIERCED FLORA NOIR RING

This Pierced Flora Noir Ring has a beautiful antique feel. Its dainty setting is made of 18 carat yellow gold and oxidized silver, which beautifully houses an 8.27 carat Imperial topaz surrounded 55 round brilliant cut diamonds.

Handmade exclusively by McTeigue & McClelland.

7. IMPERIAL TOPAZ & DIAMOND DINNER RING

This amazing Imperial topaz dinner ring sparkles in autumnal brilliance with a gorgeous 6 carat center stone and 1.75 carats of accenting diamonds. All set in 18 carat yellow gold, it makes for a beautiful dinner companion.

8. OVAL IMPERIAL TOPAZ & DIAMOND CLUSTER RING

This beauty is circa 1960, when cocktail rings really began to rock. It’s a magnificent oval cut  Imperial topaz surrounded by small diamonds on a simple gold shank. Sweet!

Available at 1st Dibs.

9. EDWARDIAN IMPERIAL TOPAZ & PEARL RING

This antique beauty shows off a 13 carat oval cut Imperial topaz by surrounding it with 22 4mm cultured pearls. All set in 14 carat gold. It’s fit for a queen!

Available at RubyLane.

10. HENGE RING WITH COPPER RUTILATED IMPERIAL TOPAZ

This one-of-a-kind modern ring, designed by jeweler Amy Nordstrom is truly special. The Imperial Topaz in this ring is rutilated, with tiny needles of titanium dioxide, or TiO2 The setting is handmade.

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PHOTO CREDITS:

1. Photo: by Orbital Joe. Topaz.  
2. Photo: Courtesy of Fortrove. 18 Kt Yellow Gold Diamond Imperial Topaz Pave Halo Vine Ring.
3. Photo: Courtesy of Dubai Wholesale Diamonds. 18 Kt Yellow gold imperial topaz & smaller aquamarine ring.
4. Photo: Courtesy of Diamond Is A Girl Best Friend. Imperial Topaz and Diamond Ring.
5. Photo: Courtesy of Omi Privé. Imperial Topaz and Diamond Ring.
6. Photo: Courtesy of Fairchild and Co. Imperial Topaz & Diamond Ring.
7. Photo: Courtesy of McTeigue & McClelland. Imperial Topaz Pierced Flora Noir Ring.
8. Photo: Courtesy of Gallery Hip. Imperial Topaz & Diamond Dinner Ring.
9. Photo: Courtesy of Wimpole Antiques. Topaz and Diamond Cluster Ring.
10. Photo: Courtesy of Ruby Lane. Edwardian Era Imperial Topaz and Pearl Ring.
11. Photo: Courtesy of Amy Nordström. 14 Kt Henge Ring with Copper Rutilated Imperial Topaz.
12. Photo: Courtesy of Gallery Hip. Yellow Topaz.
13. Photo: Courtesy of Gemstone Buzz. Topaz.