Topaz
Mineral Group: Topaz Group
Key Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mohs Hardness | 8.0 (8) |
| Typical Size | 1-100+ carats (commercial: 2-30 carats; large stones common) |
| Typical Price Range | $5-500+ per carat (commercial: $10-100; imperial topaz $200-500+) |
| Rarity Level | Common Gemstones |
| Availability Level | Consistently Available |
| Availability Driver | Consistent Deposits |
| Investment Appropriateness | Fashion/Trend Gems |
Pricing
Typical Price
$15.00
per carat
Listing Price
$58.37
per carat
Sold Price
$3.28
per carat
Discount Level
0.2
vs typical
Price Calculator
| Estimate Type | Total Value | Price per Carat |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Cost | - | - |
| Likely Listed Cost | - | - |
| Likely Sold Cost | - | - |
Detailed Descriptions
Rarity Description: Aluminum silicate mineral. Generic topaz entry for name matching priority. Blue topaz very common (treated); imperial topaz (orange-pink) is rare and valuable.
Availability Description: Widely available worldwide; Brazil major source; blue topaz abundantly available.
Investment Description: Common gem; blue topaz heavily treated with no investment value; imperial topaz has collector interest.
VERY BEARISH
14.38
Score Components
Geo rarity
0
Mkt availability
10
Invest Appr
25
hardness
0
price
45
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Investment Ranking Calculation
The composite score of 14.38 is calculated using a weighted formula:
- Geological Rarity (25%): 0 points
- Market Availability (25%): 10 points
- Investment Appropriateness (25%): 25 points
- Hardness (12.5%): 0 points
- Price Range (12.5%): 45 points
Formula: (0 × 0.25) + (10 × 0.25) + (25 × 0.25) + (0 × 0.125) + (45 × 0.125) = 14.38
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Other gems in the Topaz Group:
| Gem Type | Investment Ranking | Typical Price | Listing Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Topaz | Emerging Investment Gems | $250.00/ct | $197.13/ct | $61.49/ct |
| Pink Topaz | Fashion/Trend Gems | $40.00/ct | $227.66/ct | $154.17/ct |
| Topaz | Fashion/Trend Gems | $15.00/ct | $58.37/ct | $3.28/ct |
| Blue Topaz | Fashion/Trend Gems | - | $13.05/ct | $1.77/ct |
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