Yellow Topaz

Yellow Topaz Prices

Yellow topaz prize in India ranges between ₹ 350 to ₹ 450 per carat ($5.4 to $7), depending on origin, color, clarity, size and cut etc.

• Color– Color is the most influential factor when determining the cost of yellow topaz. Imperial golden topaz is the most sought-after color commanding higher premium than other shades.

• Origin– Yellow topaz price per carat is usually more for the gems mined from Brazil owing to richer color consistency and clarity. However, other origins like Russia and Ukraine, command decent value in the market as well.

• Clarity– Yellow or golden topaz price is also driven by inclusions found in the gemstone. Cleaner pieces with minimum visible inclusions are more desirable both astrologically and aesthetically, drawing more money than included ones.

• Size– As a thumb rule, price of yellow topaz increases with increase in carat weight. Since, bigger, cleaner pieces are rare to find, cost of yellow topaz may rise in higher proportions with respect to its weight.

• Treatment– Yellow topaz is often heat treated to enhance its color. Original, untreated yellow topaz (depending on the origin) are usually more valuable than the treated ones.

• Cut– The way a yellow topaz is cut, has a direct influence on its price simply because of the stone wastage incurred in the refining or shaping of gemstone. Faceted cut yellow topaz costs more than the round or oval ones.