Paraiba Topaz, 14KY Gold Ring, R021

Discover the vibrant allure of our 14K Yellow Gold Paraiba Topaz ring! Back in 1989, a stunning new color of tourmaline was discovered in Paraiba, Brazil—a breathtaking neon blue-green-teal hue that captured the hearts of gem enthusiasts everywhere. This rare gem once commanded prices as high as $15,000 per carat. Unfortunately, it’s now nearly gone, with only small pockets being mined today in Paraiba, Nigeria, and Madagascar—often heavily occluded and quite expensive. So, what is Paraiba Topaz? It’s essential to clarify that this topaz is simply a look-alike of Paraiba Tourmaline. While the topaz is natural (mined from the ground), it has been enhanced for color. In the late '90s and early 2000s, a small company in California developed a method to treat Topaz so it could resemble London Blue Topaz, without the hefty nuclear treatment expenses. They baked a chemical into the skin of the topaz under extremely high heat and pressure. Initially, the results tended to be too green. However, one creative observer noticed that the stones beautifully mimicked the colors of Paraiba Tourmaline, giving rise to the market for what we now call Paraiba Topaz. This term effectively defines the unique color of the stone, as no other descriptor fits as well. This ring showcases a truly cool color—there’s nothing else quite like it! The elegant design features two sparkling Cubic Zirconia (CZ) stones mounted on either side of the center Paraiba Topaz, with smooth flowing lines that enhance its sophisticated style. It’s the perfect accessory for going out on the town or any special occasion. Ideal as a Christmas gift, birthday gift, or anniversary gift, this elegant piece is a must-have for anyone who loves unique gold jewelry. When we custom-make your ring for you, we can make it any size between 3 and 16, in 1/4 size increments. We have a one-year warranty on workmanship. We also have a 30-day, totally unconditional guarantee—you can return the ring for a refund for whatever reason you want. Add this gorgeous Paraiba Topaz ring to your collection today! ____________________________________________________________________ BTW, Since we make this from scratch after you order it, we have a lot of flexibility. We can cast this in yellow, white or rose gold, and in any of 10k, 14k, or 18k. Obviously, some of these choices will affect the price, but email us and let us know what you're interested in, and we'll give you the best price we can live with. We enjoy a strong repeat business, and keep it by making good jewelry you'll want to wear at prices that we both can live with.