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RossThe largest Topaz crystal ever found, named the American Golden Topaz, weighs approximately 22,890 carats (around 10.12 pounds). It is housed at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City.
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Where was the largest topaz found?
The largest topaz gemstone was found in Minas Gerais, Brazil. It is known as the "American Golden Topaz" and weighs approximately 22,892 carats.
Is topaz smooth?
Topaz is a mineral that is typically found in crystal form, which can have a smooth surface depending on how it is cut and polished. However, topaz can also have natural ridges and facets due to its crystalline structure.
Is topaz yellow?
Topaz can come in a variety of colors, including yellow. Yellow topaz is one of the more common colors for this gemstone, but it can also be found in shades of blue, pink, and clear. The intensity of the yellow color can vary depending on the specific type of topaz.
Where and what was the largest crystal found?
Quartz crystals have been found that are over 30 meters in length. For a list of the world's largest mineral crystals, click on the link below.
What state is topaz normally found in?
Utah is probably the top producer of topaz crystals in the US; a seemingly endless supply of superb transparent, colorless to sherry-colored crystals come from Topaz Mountain, but it's not the only state that produces good topaz.
