Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago

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This 7,626-carat Brazilian topaz is one of the biggest cut gems in GIA's museum collection!

Brazil is one of the world’s most important sources of topaz and many of the finest blue, imperial and colorless gems come from Minas Gerais.

This massive gemstone showcases why Brazilian gems have captivated collectors for centuries.

What do you think of this incredible jumbo gem? See it on display now at the GIA museum in Carlsbad.

Gift of George Nicholas