Imperial Topaz The Original November Birthstone

Imperial Topaz is the original birthstone for November. However due to the rarity of finding it, and the expense of buying it, Citrine has pretty much become the accepted birthstone for November. They are very similar in color so it is hard to tell them apart. Imperial Topaz is a completely natural topaz. If I own any Imperial Topaz in my collection of loose gemstones, I have not yet found it. I would love to have one, though. With only 33 days left until Christmas, this is my gift idea for today.

November Birthstone Citrine and Imperial Topaz

The original birthstone for the month of November is the Imperial Topaz, which is very similar in color to Citrine. Because Imperial Topaz is very rare, and expensive, most people choose to use the more affordable Citrine for their birthstone in November.

Is It Citrine Or Imperial Topaz

Citrine is the birthstone for November. While it is a lovely yellow gemstone, Imperial Topaz, which is a yellow natural form of Topaz has the much higher value. Watch this cool video from the Antiques Road Show, and see how one woman became very lucky. You won't be disappointed. If you are like me, and have a bunch of yellow gemstones in your collection, don't just assume they are Citrine. You might want to have them tested.