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Topaz, Flanders Brilliant, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #204

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #204
Design : Flanders Brilliant
Origin : O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 3.9 carats
Clarity : Very Slightly Included
Size : 9 x 9 x 6 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : Clear, silvery white topaz and the classic Flanders Brilliant design go so well together. The Flanders Brilliant was originally developed as a diamond cut but has since been optimised for other gemstones. Being a diamond cut it well suits other clear gemstone like topaz. It is particularly bright and the patterns look great. This gem has several inclusions in the crown.
Topaz, Flanders Brilliant, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #204
Topaz, Flanders Brilliant, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #204
Topaz, Flanders Brilliant, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #204
Topaz, Flanders Brilliant, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #204
Topaz, Flanders Brilliant, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #204
Topaz, Flanders Brilliant, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #204

 
Topaz, Victoria Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #238

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #238
Design : Victoria Cut (Fred Van Sant)
Origin : O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 2.4 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 7.5 x 7.5 x 5.5 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : This topaz is cut in a classic old-style cushion design. The design is actually based on the design used for four of the famous large diamonds (view the design for more info). The black that shows up in some of the pictures is simply a reflection of the camera lens - the gem is quite silvery white.
Topaz, Victoria Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #238
Topaz, Victoria Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #238
Topaz, Victoria Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #238
Topaz, Victoria Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #238
Topaz, Victoria Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #238
Topaz, Victoria Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #238

 
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #259
Design : Smith Bar
Origin : O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 43 carats
Clarity : Very Slightly Included
Size : 12 x 22 x 13 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A monster of a topaz... the biggest Smith Bar I've ever cut and seen. This big stone was found by a couple who came out with us on the topaz digging tour... they were over the moon when they dug this beauty up! Cutting big stones like this is a time consuming and very challenging endevour especially when it comes to polishing those big long rectangular facets. There are a few very fine silver needles in this gem. I've included some "action" shots to show you the original rough stone and the cutting process.
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia, #259

 
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #247

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #247
Design : Princess Cut
Origin : O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 3.6 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 8 x 8 x 6.5 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A bright silvery topaz cut in the traditional Princess Cut design.
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #247
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #247
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #247
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #247

 
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #246

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #246
Design : Princess Cut
Origin : O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 5 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 9 x 9 x 7 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A bright silvery topaz cut in the traditional Princess Cut design.
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #246
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #246
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #246
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #246

 
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #244

Stone : Topaz (Matched Pair)
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #244
Design : Princess Cut
Origin : O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 2.4 carats (Each)
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 7 x 7 x 6 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : These two silvery bright topaz are a matched pair and would ideally suit a pair of earrings. The design is the traditional Princess Cut and performs well in topaz with much sparkle and fire.
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #244
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #244
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #244
Topaz, Princess Cut, O'Briens Creek, North Queensland, Australia, #244

 
Topaz, Mistress, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #109

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2009
Item : #109
Design : Mistress (Jeff Graham)
Origin : O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 2 carats each
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 7mm x 7mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A lovely pair of matched O'Briens Creek topaz. They would make a wonderful pair of earrings. The design is a variation of the "Princess" cut.
Topaz, Mistress, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #109
Topaz, Mistress, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #109
Topaz, Mistress, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #109
Topaz, Mistress, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #109
Topaz, Mistress, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #109
Topaz, Mistress, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #109

 
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #228

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #228
Design : Asscher Cut
Origin : O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 2.35 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 7 x 7 x 6 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : This is a fine O’Briens Creek topaz hand dug by the cutter. It is cut in the classic Asscher Cut design and looks absolutely fabulous. It is silvery white and very bright with no visible inclusions or flaws. A very nice gem!
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #228
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #228
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #228

 
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #216
Design : Asscher Cut
Origin : O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 2.4 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 7 x 7 x 6 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A fine silvery white topaz in the classic Asscher design... you'll think this was a diamond.
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #216

 
Topaz, Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #131

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2009
Item : #131
Design : Egyptian Asscher Cut
Origin : O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 3.64 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 8mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A flawless eye clean O'Briens Creek topaz cut in the Egyptian Asscher design. This has a nice sharp symmetry and performs well. The black that you can see in some of the photos is simply a reflection of the camera lens which, funnily enough, is also black. There is no black in this gem... it is a bright silvery white. A very nice gem!
Topaz, Egyptian Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #131
Topaz, Egyptian Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #131
Topaz, Egyptian Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #131
Topaz, Egyptian Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #131
Topaz, Egyptian Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #131
Topaz, Egyptian Asscher Cut, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #131

 
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2010
Item : #192
Design : Yin-Yang (Fred Van Sant)
Origin : O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 5.3 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 11 x 11 x 7.5 mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : This design shines in it's simple elegance. When I first cut this design it instantly became one of my favourites. Its simple but just looks so good. It portrays Yin-Yang on the crown with one frosted and the other polished. It creates a swirling "fan" effect and reminds me of the riflebird when it does its courtship dance, in the manner of how the feathers spray outwards as it curves its wings upwards. It is very bright and the frosted effect of Yin creates a dynamite gemstone.
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192
Topaz, Yin-Yang, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #192

 
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #65

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #65
Design : Smith Bar (Jeff Graham)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 3.05 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 9mm X 7mm X 5mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A nice clean flashy O'Briens Creek topaz cut in a modern Smith Bar design.
Topaz, Smith Bar, #65

 
Guerrero Topaz, Nigerian Cushion, #81

Stone : Guerrero Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #81
Design : Nigerian Cushion
Origin :
Treatments : None
Weight : 5.45 carats
Clarity : Very Slightly Included
Size : 10mm X 10mm X 7mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : This is a very nice guerrero topaz cut in a classic design and shape. Guerrero topaz is quite hard to get hold. The colours in this gemstone are bronzey-orange peach and is very lovely to see.
Guerrero Topaz, Nigerian Cushion, #81
Guerrero Topaz, Nigerian Cushion, #81
Guerrero Topaz, Nigerian Cushion, #81

 
Topaz, Chinese Checkers, #35, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia

Stone : Topaz
More Info Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #35
Design : Chinese Checker (Jeff Graham)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 7.38 carats
Clarity : Very Slightly Included
Size : 10mm X 10mm X 8.2mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A sparkling clear white gem. The cut really suits the topaz from this locality. There is a very fine needle that is common for topaz that come from here (this can be seen in some of the photos). It is not noticeable face up. Rather then detract from the beauty of this stone, it add a uniqueness and identifies this stone as genuine. This will be a fantastic ring stone. A good size.
Topaz, Chinese Checkers, #35, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Topaz, Chinese Checkers, #35, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Topaz, Chinese Checkers, #35, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia

 
Topaz, Wind Wheel, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #32

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #32
Design : Wind Wheel (Charles W. Covill)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 6.52 carats
Clarity : Very Slightly Included
Size : 11.5mm X 7.5mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A nice topaz cut in a design which has a swirling, moving appearance to it. A good size for a ring. The excessive black you can see in the photos is from the camera. The stone itself is clear and "white".
Topaz, Wind Wheel, #32
Topaz, Wind Wheel, #32
Topaz, Wind Wheel, #32

 
Topaz, Smith Bar, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #64

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #64
Design : Smith Bar (Jeff Graham)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 4.45 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 10mm X 8mm X 5.5mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : A nice clean flashy O'Briens Creek topaz cut in a modern Smith Bar design.
Topaz, Smith Bar, #64
Topaz, Smith Bar, #64
Topaz, Smith Bar, #64

 
Topaz, Topaz Crystal 1, #33, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia

Stone : Topaz
More Info Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #33
Design : Topaz Crystal 1 (Jeff Graham)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 4.4 carats
Clarity : Very Slightly Included
Size : 11mm X 9.5mm X 6.5mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : Very nice Mt Surprise Topaz. The design is quite interesting and a good performer with lots of sparkle. This is a good size for a ring and would be very pleasing to wear. There are a couple of very fine needles which are not noticeable face up and do not detract at all.
Topaz, Topaz Crystal 1, #33, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Topaz, Topaz Crystal 1, #33, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Topaz, Topaz Crystal 1, #33, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia
Topaz, Topaz Crystal 1, #33, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia

 
Topaz, OctaDome #5, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #88

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2009
Item : #88
Design : OctaDome #5 (Doug Menadue)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 6.6 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 11mm X 11mm X 8mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : Another of my own designs. This clear topaz is cut in an octagon dome. This is something that you won't see everyday. I designed this cut as a ring stone. It performs extremely well and is very brilliant.
Topaz, OctaDome #5, #88
Topaz, OctaDome #5, #88
Topaz, OctaDome #5, #88
Topaz, OctaDome #5, #88

 
Topaz, Brillant Pear, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #47

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #47
Design : Brilliant Pear (Jeff Graham)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 3.78 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size : 11mm X 9.5mm X 6mm
Price : SOLD

Comments : This is an exceptionally clear and sparkling gem. It is a very sweet little stone and will make a beautiful, simple pendant. There is alot of brillance and sparkle in this stone. This one has a particularly nice quality about it and a lovely 'water'. (Note: The excessive black you see in the gem is simply and unfortunately the reflection of my camera. The gem is white and clear.)
Topaz, Brillant Pear, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #47
Topaz, Brillant Pear, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #47

 
Topaz, Hex Burst, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #54

Stone : Topaz
Cut By : Doug Menadue, 2008
Item : #54
Design : Hex Burst (Jeff Graham)
Origin : O'Briens' Creek, Mt Surprise, North Queensland, Australia
Treatments : None
Weight : 10.14 carats
Clarity : Eye Clean
Size :
Price : SOLD

Comments : A nice clear O'Briens Creek topaz cut in an slightly elongated hexagonal design. Very brilliant with lots of life.
Topaz, Hex Burst, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #54
Topaz, Hex Burst, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #54
Topaz, Hex Burst, O'Briens Creek, Mt Surprise, Australia, #54

 

 

 

 

 

 

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