London Blue Topaz 16.28 Carat 15.5X12.5mm Oval Cabochon Shape
Description
Here is a 16.28 carat London blue topaz, cut as an oval cabochon of 15.5 x 12.5 mm. The steel blue stone comes from Africa and has an IDL lab report.
Stone summary
- Gem: London blue topaz
- Cut: Oval cabochon
- Weight: 16.28 carats
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 12.5 mm
- Colour: Steel blue
- Origin: Africa
- Lab report: IDL
Rounder than most ovals
At 15.5 x 12.5 mm, this cabochon is closer to round than a long oval. That makes it sit nicely as a pendant on a short chain or as a wide ring top.
Day-to-day care
Clean it with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Store it apart from other gems so the smooth dome does not get scratched.
The steel blue tone sits nicely with grey, navy and white clothes, so a piece made from it is easy to wear to work.
Learn about our checks on the gemstone authentication page.
About Topaz
Topaz is an aluminium silicate found colourless and in yellow, orange, pink and blue. Imperial topaz is the orange to pinkish orange type, while most blue topaz is treated colourless topaz.
- Mineral: Topaz
- Hardness: 8 on the Mohs scale
- Main sources: Brazil, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nigeria, Madagascar
- Treatments: Nearly all blue topaz is irradiated and heated, and some topaz is coated; ask us for the lab report on any stone to see its treatment.
- Care: Topaz is hard but can split along its cleavage, so avoid hard knocks, ultrasonic cleaners and sudden heat.
Buying from Raza Gems: in Dubai since 2005, lab reports on major stones, 30-day returns and insured worldwide shipping.
Shipping & Delivery
Delivery: UAE AED 25, 3–5 working days. Worldwide AED 199, 5–10 working days, tracked and insured.
Dispatch: loose stones in 1–2 business days, ready-made jewellery in 2–3.
Returns & Authenticity
30-day returns: loose stones and ready-made jewellery can be returned within 30 days of delivery, unused, with their certificate and packaging.
Authenticity guarantee: if a recognised lab finds a stone is not as described, we refund the full price and the lab fee.
Made to order: custom pieces can't be returned unless faulty.