Zircon is a tetragonal crystal, similar to druzy crystal which occurs in different shades and combinations of yellow, brown, green, black, gray, and red, and is often colorless. Thailand, Sri Lanka, Austria, Australia, Cambodia, Myanmar, Bangkok, Nigeria, Madagascar, Norway, Afghanistan, Mozambique, France, Vietnam, Pakistan, and Canada all have rich deposits of Zircon Crystal, while it is easily available in many other parts of the world too. The meaning of the zircon birthstone is wisdom, prosperity, and confidence. Zircon symbolizes these traits and is thought to aid in sleep quality and warding off evil spirits. During the Victorian era, this December birthstone was a prized gem, often adorned in necklaces and other decorative pieces.

The most beautiful topaz are found in Sri Lanka, Brazil and the Urals (Russia).  The different colours have been given beautiful names over the years. The name of the blue topaz is: Royal Blue and the yellow/orange topaz is named: Imperial Topaz. Topaz belongs in a row of gemstones next to the diamond, ruby, aquamarine and opal. Imperial topaz is the birthstone for archers.