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Lone Star Cut Topaz



Texas State
Gemstone Cut

Texas State
Gemstone



Read About: The Name, The Cut, The Material, Other Material, Price and Availability



Pendant. Mason County Lone Star Cut Topaz. This beautiful white Mason County topaz cut in the Lone Star Cut is set in 14kt yellow gold with a solid bail. This is a very sharp looking pendant; beautiful, impressive, and much brighter than the pictures can show. Gold chain is not included, sold separately. More pictures.1 pendant. mslspen900.
$698.00 - pendant with a 9mm stone.
$460.00 - pendant with a 6.8mm stone in heavy 5-prong setting.
Available in other sizes. or call for price and availability.





Pendant with blue Mason County 10mm, 5.11ct stone

Pendant. Mason County Blue Topaz. Lone Star. 10mm. This stone is remarkable because of its size, color and clarity. The natural blue Mason County, Texas, topaz rarely yields a stone this large with a blue color throughout the stone and with so few inclusions. A beautiful, rare, blue Texas stone. The setting is 14kt white gold with a heavy bail accented with two diamonds. (Note: The image was sharpened to define the inclusions on my computer screen.) (Chain not included; sold separately. Contact us for price.) More Pictures.1 each. msblpn10m. $1600.00.

Also available with Mason County white topaz, blue topaz, citrine and amethyst. Please with the your preferred stone color to get price and shipping date.







Ring. Mason County White Lone Star Topaz. 10-11 mm. A large Lone Star Cut Mason County topaz set in 14kt white gold multi-prong ring. The ring has scroll detail around the top and line detail on the band. Size 6.5. Sizing available for an extra charge. Side view. 1 ea. rgmsls631.jpg. Price varies with the weight of the stone. Approximately $1500.00.

Also available set with Lone Star Cut blue topaz, citrine, and amethyst.





Blue Mason County Topaz 8mm

Pendant. Mason County Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. 8mm. 2.53 carats. Very good color. Nice light blue color throughout the stone with minor very small inclusions that do not interfere with the star or with the crystalline look. The setting is the new, heavier 5-prong head that we have developed for this cut. A very pretty pendant. Chain not included; sold separately. Detail picture. 1 ea. msls253a. $590.00.




Mason County blue lone star cut

Pendant. Mason County Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. 8.8mm. This Mason County Topaz shows very pale blue color mostly in the star. The color lightens and brightens in room light to stunning white. A few of the small needle inclusions are visible in actual size but do not interfere with the star or the brilliance and give the appearance of extra sparkles. Chain not included; sold separately. More pictures. 1 ea. msls339. $842.00.







Pendant. Mason County White Topaz. Lone Star in Pear Shape. 10 mm x 8 mm. Sparkling, bright white Mason County topaz with the Lone Star cut adapted to the pear shape. Diamond accent is 0.06 ct, 2.5mm stone. 14kt yellow gold setting. More pictures. 1 piece. mslspspen322. $724.00.







Pendant. Mason County Topaz. Lone Star in Pear Shape. 10 mm x 8 mm. Mason County white topaz with the Lone Star cut adapted to a pear shape. A classic drop shape with the Lone Star and sparkle shown in 14kt white gold. Available in yellow gold. Custom order. Approximately $670.00. Contact us for current price and availability. Chain not included, sold separately. More pictures.1 piece. mslspspen. $670.00.







Pendant. Medium blue topaz. Lone Star. 8 mm. 2.95 carats. Medium dark Swiss blue topaz in 14kt white gold 5-prong setting. This color makes a striking contrast with the white gold. This heavier square prong setting is our original design and gives the pendant a more comfortable weight. (Cut in our shop using Brazilian rough.)Larger picture.. 1 piece. penlstp8mm. $405.00.





Blue Topaz Lone Star Cut Pendant 9mm

Pendant. Sky Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. 9mm. Classic medium/light blue color stone in 14kt white gold 5-prong setting. Bright stone with extra sparkle makes a showy pendant.More pictures. 1 ea. lsltbl406. $426.50. Chain not included.







Pendant. Blue Mason County Lone Star. 11.6mm. 7.51 carats. This is an impressive pendant because the stone is so large and clean. The pale blue color may look sparkling white with just a hint of blue under some lights. Setting is 14kt white gold with a split bail. Chain not included; sold separately. 1 ea. mslsbl751a. $1594.00.
Email or call for availability and price in other colors and sizes.





Mason County Lone Star Cut topaz 5.14 ct, 10mm

Pendant. Mason County Lone Star. 10mm. Mason County Topaz Lone Star cut - white with blue tones in the star. This is an example of a 10mm stone set in a 5-prong 14kt yellow gold setting with a split bail. Chain not included. More Pictures.1 ea. msls514. Approximately $730.00.
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Pendant Mason County Lone Star. 8.5 mm. This Mason County topaz shows a definite light blue color throughout the stone. The visible pinpoint inclusions are natural and typical for this color. The Lone Star is still easily seen. Good color and a great price for a completely natural blue Mason County topaz. Stone weighs 2.93 carats, measures 8.5 mm, and is set in a 14kt white gold pendant with split bail. Chain not included. msls293inclb. $560.00.





5.7 ct Blue Lone Star Topaz

Pendant. Lone Star Cut. 10.2 mm. 5.7 carats. This is the classic light sky blue color that shows lots of interplay among facets. The stone is set in five-prong, 14kt yellow gold pendant. Chain not included, sold separately. Origin of rough: Brazil More Pictures.1 pendant. lssky570. $544.90.







Pendant. Lone Star Cut. 13mm. 10.27 carats. A large Lone Star cut sky blue topaz set in five-prong, 14kt yellow gold pendant. The diameter is approximately the size of a 5 carat diamond. Chain not included, sold separately. Origin of rough: Brazil More pictures. 1 pendant. ls1027alrg. $920.00.







Pendant. Lone Star Cut. Dark blue topaz. 10mm. Five-prong, 14kt yellow gold pendant with a 4.66 carat topaz of dark, rich teal-blue color. The color is called London Blue and has been described dark teal blue and sapphire blue. Origin of rough: Brazil More pictures. 1 pendant. lsdklb466b1. $502.50. Chain not included, sold separately.





6 mm Lone Star cut blue topaz pendant

Pendant. Lone Star Cut. A 6 mm diameter, Lone Star cut medium blue topaz set in 14kt white gold pendant. The pendant features a handcrafted five-prong mounting. Chain not included, sold separately. (Displayed on sterling silver chain, available on request. Call for price.) lspen6mm. Contact us for price and availability.





Mason County Lone Star Cut Topaz Pendant
Available options are White Gold, Yellow Gold, Texas White Topaz, Texas Blue Topaz, Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Citrine.

Pendant. Lone Star Cut. Mason County Topaz in Lone Star Cut set in 14kt white gold pendant. This pendant features a five-prong mounting and solid bail. The setting can be made for any size stone in either white or yellow gold. Price depends on the weight of the stone and precious metal prices at the time of the order. See the chart below for stone prices. Mountings and setting are additional. Chain not included, sold separately. Contact us for price.





Lone Star Citrine Pendant

Pendant. Lone Star Cut. Citrine. 9.25 mm. Madiera citrine in the Lone Star Cut set in 14kt yellow gold, 5-prong setting. The stone is a rich burnt orange color and measures 9.25 mm in diameter. Other picture.Chain not included, sold separately. lscit278 $352.60.







Pendant. Dark Amethyst. Lone Star. 10 mm. This rich, dark Lone Star Cut amethyst is set in a modern looking 14kt white gold zigzag pendant featuring a 5-prong mounting and 3.1 mm diamond above the amethyst. The amethyst color is a gorgeous purple but is dark enough to hide the star except in bright light. Chain not included, sold separately. 1 piece. More pictures. penlsam. $787.00.

Also available in yellow gold and/or set with Texas White Topaz, Texas Blue Topaz, Blue Topaz, Medium to Light Amethyst, and Citrine.





Ring with medium blue lone star topaz, yellow gold.

Ring. Lone Star Blue Topaz. 6.8mm. Medium blue Lone Star cut topaz contrasts nicely with the 14kt yellow gold in this uncomplicated, stylish ring. The smooth, concave molding on the tapered band seamlessly joins the smooth half-bezel. Lone Star Blue Topaz: 6.8mm. Origin of rough: Brazil. Size 6.More pictures. 1 ea. #rglssw680. $589.00.







Ring. Lone Star Blue Topaz. 7 mm. Medium blue Lone Star cut blue topaz fitted perfectly into a swirled sculpted mounting of 14kt white gold. Origin of rough: Brazil. Size 6-1/4. More pictures. 1 ea. #rglstp7mm. $538.60.





Lone Star Topaz Ring

Ring. Dark Lone Star topaz. 5mm. Lone Star Cut topaz solitare set in 14kt white gold mounting. Stone measures 5mm. Ring size: 6. More Pictures.1 ea. lstoprng1. $362.00.





Earrings - Mason County Lone Star Topaz

Earrings. Mason County Lone Star Cut Topaz. 5mm. A beautiful pair of white Mason County, Texas, topaz set in white gold studs. These clean, untreated stones have a distinctive sharp crystalline look, in addition to the impressive Lone Star Cut. Stone size: 5mm. Gold: 14kt white. Larger Pictures.1 pair. mslsear5mm. Approximately $480.00. Available in other sizes. Call or for price and availability.






Earrings with white Mason County topaz 6mm Lone Star cut stones.

Earrings: Mason County White Topaz. Lone Star. 6mm. Beautiful white Mason County topaz set in yellow gold studs. Clean, untreated stones have the distinctive sharp crystalline look that distinquishes this material. Stone size 6mm. 14kt yellow gold. 1 pair. mslsear6mm. Approximately $515.00. Available in other sizes. Call or for price and availability.






Earrings - Dark Lone Star Topaz

Earrings. Lone Star Cut Topaz. 7mm. approximtely 4.10 ct tw. This rich, medium-to-dark blue topaz contrasts very nicely with the 14kt white gold, 4-prong setting. Stone diameter is 7mm, a bit larger than a 1 carat diamond. Larger Pictures.
7mm - 1 pair. lsear7mm. $531.00.
6mm - 1 pair. lsear6mm. $520.00.
Available in other sizes.
Call or for price and availability.






Earrings of Medium dark blue topaz Lone Star cut

Earrings. Medium to dark blue topaz. Lone Star. 5 or 6mm. Medium-to-dark blue topaz set in 14kt yellow gold. Stone size is a good size for stud earrings. Larger Picture.
6mm - 1 pair. earlstop6mm. $520.00.
5mm - 1 pair. earlstop5mm. $505.00.
Available in white gold and in other sizes. Call or for price and availability.








Earrings. Light blue topaz. Lone Star . 7 mm. Light blue Lone Star Cut topaz dangle earrings. The 7mm stones are set in 14kt white gold classic style lever back earrings. Total length is 1". 1 Pair. earlstp378. Larger picture. $512.00.





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Earrings Lone Star Round. 7 mm. Lone Star cut stones dangle from half-hoop post earrings. The color is a rich, dark medium blue. Stones are 7 mm diameter, set in four-prong basket. All metal is 14kt yellow gold. Total length is 7/8 inches. More pictures. lsearringpr. Approximately $594.00. Contact us for price and availability.







Necklace. Silver Lone Star. 5/8 inch star. Just for fun, a sterling silver 3-D star with red, blue and silver beads. Strung on 18" silk cord with sterling silver clasp. More pictures.1 piece. starcharm. $24.00.



Color, Shape, Size
These pictures show some of the colors, sizes and shapes we can cut in the Lone Star Cut. The descriptions give you detailed information on the individual stones and a few suggested uses. If you have any questions, please us or call us at 1-512-259-3335. We will be glad to answer your questions. 


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Blue Mason County Topaz. Lone Star Cut. 23 mm. 68.4 ct. We were pleased and honored to be commissioned to cut a very large, clean, blue Mason County topaz in the Lone Star cut. We were able to locate a piece of rough large enough to cut this 23 mm, 68.4 carat stone. (Click for pictures of the rough crystal.) The finished stone is pictured below beside my reading glasses. It is about the size of a quarter. You can clearly see the light blue color and the clarity. A beautiful, very large, very special stone. To order a stone of this size, please contact us. If you have a large piece of topaz you want cut, we will be happy to evaluate the rough and quote a cutting price. 68.4 ct. lstoplarg. $Contact us for pricing.







Blue Mason County Topaz

Blue Mason County Topaz. Lone Star Cut. Round. This is a very quick picture of three stones in the Blue Mason County color. The smallest is a 7.33 mm stone weighing 1.96 carats with a distinctly sky blue color. The middle stone measures 8.13 mm and weighs 2.72 carats. Color is pale blue body with the star showing medium to light blue. The largest stone measures 9 mm, weighs 3.81 carats, and has a body color of very pale blue and star of pale blue. All three stones are $180.00 per carat. Please contact us for availability.





Mason County Topaz (2)

Mason County Topaz. Lone Star Cut. Round. Official gemstone and official gemstone cut of the State of Texas. These stones are usually white to very, very light blue and, rarely, sky blue in color. The lone star is very impressive when this material has a very crystalline appearance. A very unique and desirable stone.





Natural Color Lone Star Blue Topaz

Natural Blue Topaz. Lone Star. 23 mm x 16.66 mm. The pale blue color of this stone is the natural color. It has not been heat treated to enhance the color. The very large size gives the stone enough body to show the color well. And the lone star in this size makes a BIG impression. The Lone Star cut in a stone of this size absolutely requires precise meets of facet edges and corners, flat faces with no waves or dips and an excellent polish. There are natural pinpoint inclusions near the culette that show as bright points. More pictures. 54.60 carats. lssk5460. $2730.00





Matched Pair Lone Star Dark Blue Topaz

Dark Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. Matched Pair. A light London blue/dark Swiss blue color that is still light enough to show the star well. Official gemstone cut of the State of Texas. Available by special orde. lsswpr





Sky Blue Lone Star Topaz

Sky Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. Round. Official gemstone cut of the State of Texas in light to medium blue topaz. Star shows strongly through the pentagon shaped table. This is a very impressive stone. The 3D star jumps out of the table in this lighter color. Available in all sizes. Example sizes with approximate carat weights are: 16 mm diameter - 18 carats; 12 mm diameter - 8.50 carats; 9 mm diameter - 3.75 carats; 8mm diameter and smaller are available for a minimum price.





Swiss Blue Lone Star Topaz

Swiss Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. Round. Official gemstone cut of the State of Texas in medium bright blue topaz. This color has turquoise tones and has been a favorite color because of it is a strong, bright color. The star shows very well with all its 3D effect. Available in all sizes.





Super Blue Lone Star Topaz

Super Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. Round. Official gemstone cut of the State of Texas. This color is darker and bluer than the Swiss Blue color. Although the star is less prominent in the darker stone, it is quite noticeable. That is a small trade-off for the rich, gorgeous color.





Citrine Lone Star Cut Round

Golden Citrine. Lone Star Cut. Round. 9 mm. Citrine is the second most popular stone species, after topaz, for the lone star cut. This golden color still shows the star well. The setting for it may need to be open below the girdle to allow some light to enter from the back. 2.57 carats. lscit257. Email or call for price and availability on other sizes.





Amethyst Lone Star Cut

Amethyst. Lone Star Cut. Round. Available in several sizes. This medium shade of amethyst shows the star very well. When the stone is turned the star changes from dark to light giving the stone several looks in the amethyst tones. This particular stone is 7.37 carats. amels2. Email or call for price and availability on other sizes.





Square Lone Star Cut

Sky Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. EMERALD CUT SQUARE. 10.68 mm x 10.24 mm x 9.96 mm deep. Here is the lone star cut in an equal-sided emerald cut or clipped-corner square. We developed this design keeping the official lone star cut in the bottom of the stone, but shaping the top into the square with clipped corners. A very unusual stone, very eye-catching, truly unique. Diagonal measurement is about 12mm. The depth is typical for a 12mm diameter round, but should be considered when designing your setting since it is a lot deeper than native cut square stones. Email or call for price and availability on other sizes. 9.16 carats. tplssq. $549.60.





Lone Star in Fancy Triangle

Sky Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut in Fancy Triangle. 12.80 mm x 10.20 mm x 9.19 mm deep. Here the lone star has been cut into a triangular shaped stone. The star is very visible through the large table and the extra space between the star and the edges add an interesting element that is unattainable in the official round cut. This piece would make a great pendant.6.47 carats. lstr647 $388.20.





Triangle Lone Star Topaz

Sky Blue Topaz. Lone Star Cut. TRIANGLE. Another unusual cut we've developed. Look carefully at the lone star -- behind the main star is a second star that is reversed. The effect is fantastic. The sparkle and liveliness is quite remarkable. It reminds me of dancing ice crystals. The large flat table showcases every bit of that life. Anyone will like this stone, even those with no interest in the five-pointed star. It's that good. 7.99 carats. tpstri $479.40.





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Lone Star Cut Topaz. Pear Shape. 10 mm x 8 mm. 5.5 ct. The Lone Star Cut into a pear shape. In order to place the star in this shape stone, the star must be cut at shallower angles than the official Lone Cut resulting in less reflective contrast within the star. The star is well-defined and looks really good. The drop/pear-shape in this size is perfect for pendant or ring. Available only on special order. Contact us to order this shape stone. 5.5 ct. lsps1.jpg. $352.00.





Citrine EC Lone Star
See note below regarding perspective distortion.

Golden Lab Grown Citrine. Lone Star in Emerald Cut shape. This is a Very large stone that was cut as a special order for a customer. The lone star was cut so it would be seen to fit inside the table as viewed from above. Thus, the rest of the stone becomes a rich, golden, multi-faceted frame for the star. An impressive stone. Cut to the size you request - special order only. You determine the size and material. Note: The image was taken from a slightly off-center position which caused a distortion in the perspective. The top and bottom are actually parallel. Email or call for price and availability on other sizes. 37.65 carats. citst3765. $2259.00.





Mason County Topaz with citrine

Topaz. Mason County. White. Lone Star Cut Round White Mason County topaz shown with citrine rounds that could be used as side stones. mstpmult





Lone Star Cut Spessartite Garnet

Spessartite Garnet. Lone Star Cut. Oval. Yes, we can cut a stone to fit a class ring. This one was custom cut to fit an existing setting. The star shows very well in this material. The setting limited the depth of the stone causing the facet lines between and through the star's arms to be much less prominent. Cut by special order only. lsspes3







Topaz. Mason County slice. Freeform. 43 x 36 x 7 mm. A thick slice of Mason County, Texas, topaz minimally polished on one side only. The natural shape, outside texture, and interior inclusions of this beautiful, rough, natural stone are clearly seen. Pictured with a temporary wire wrap to illustrate possible use. Sold as the stone alone. Larger picture. 1 piece. masontpslice. $190.00. SOLD







Natural Texas Blue Topaz Crystal. Crystal is water-worn but still has termination. 4.88 carats. 13.8 mm x 7 mm.





Blue and White Mason County Topaz Lone Star Cut stones

A Mason County blue topaz side-by-side with a Mason County white topaz. This blue stone is a very good blue for a natural, untreated stone. The picture highlights the few small inclusions, visible as the pinpoint bright spots, that is typical of natural blue topaz. Because natural, Texas blue topaz is so rare, inclusions of this type do not decrease the value of the stone except when they greatly interfer with your ability to see the star. The white topaz is brilliant and has no inclusions. Texas topaz is considered by many experts to be among the world's best and most strikingly beautiful.





Lone Star size comparison

Size Comparison
Comparison of Lone Star Cut topaz sizes. The smallest stone in this picture is 5.75 mm in diameter; the second from the largest is 13 mm; largest is 23 mm. An American $0.10 coin (a dime) is shown in front. Inch and millimeter caliper is shown behind the stones. I arranged the stones in a slight semi-cirle to minimize the distortion caused by the close-up lens angle. Sizes and weights of stones in this image are:
  • 5.75 mm - weight under minimum price
  • 7 mm - 1.79 carats
  • 8.2 m - 2.84 carats
  • 9 mm - 3.91 carats
  • 10 mm - 5.16 carats
  • 11 mm - 6.21 carats
  • 12 mm - 9.25 carats
  • 13 mm - 10.27 carats
  • 23 mm - 55.14 carats




color comparison

Color Comparison
Comparison of Lone Star Cut topaz colors. Starting from the left: The first two are Mason County topaz - the leftmost stone is white with the barest blue tint that shows as a single reflection in this picture. The next stone is a light, pale blue color which will look white in some lights. Stones three through six: The rough originated in Brazil and was heat treated in the rough to achieve the different colors of blue. The middle stones (third and fourth) are the light to medium blue, most often call sky blue or Swiss blue. The last two stones (fifth and sixth) are the dark blue usually called London blue. London blue is a beautiful, rich color caused by the density of color in the stone. The contrast between the star and the body is less in this dark color.





Pendant Size Comparison
Comparison of Lone Star Cut topaz pendant sizes. These pendants are shown on a 5-3/8" flat neck display. This is approximately the diameter of a medium size neck.

Starting from the left, diameter and carat weight of the stones in the pendants in the picture are:
  • 6.8 mm - 1.64 carats
  • 7.9 mm - 2.5 carats
  • 9 mm - 3.78 carats
  • 10 mm - 5.14 carats
  • 10.2 mm - 5.7 carats
  • 11.6 mm - 7.51 carats
  • 13 mm - 10.27 carats
Here are some handy measurement equivalents:
  • 6.37 mm = 1/4 inch
  • 6.5mm = diameter on a one carat diamond
  • 8mm = diameter on a two carat diamond
  • 9.5 mm = 3/8 inch
  • 12.72 mm = 1/2 inch
  • 17.85mm = dime size




Note: All of Lone Star Cut Topaz on this page were cut in our shop. We can cut almost any size stone in almost any material.



5-prong 7mm head

Mounting. 5 prong. 7mm. Approximately 1.01gm. Five prong head for mounting the lone star cut, pentagons, and other cuts. Designed by Darmar Enterprises. Size: 7mm round. Square prongs. Medium-heavy weight. Lightly polished, otherwise these heads are as they come from the cast with some sprue attached. Available in white and yellow gold. (Pictured in white gold.) Price varies with the price of gold. For wholesale price, please contact us. Keystone price for gold at $760: $90.00.




5-prong 7mm head

Mounting. 5 prong. 8mm. Approximately 1.04gm. Five prong head for mounting the lone star cut, pentagons, and other cuts. Size: 8mm round. Square prongs. Medium-heavy weight. Lightly polished, otherwise these heads are as they come from the cast with some sprue attached. Available in white and yellow gold. (Pictured in white gold.) Price varies with the price of gold. For wholesale price, please contact us. Keystone price for gold at $760: $96.00.


Contact Us for any size or color or material not shown here.




Mason County Topaz Rough

Facts about the Lone Star Cut


The Name
Named for the state slogan "Texas - The Lone Star State", the Lone Star Cut displays the familiar five-pointed Texas Star of the state seal and is the official State Gemstone Cut of Texas. (House Concurrent Resolution 97 of the Texas Legislature.)

The Cut
This is a faceted round with pavilion angles arranged to form a Texas star when viewed through the pentagon-shaped table. This cut was developed specifically to show Texas' Lone Star in faceted topaz, the official gemstone of Texas. It was then adopted in 1977 as the official Gemstone Cut of Texas in House Concurrent Resolution 97 of the Texas Legislature. (HCR 97 precisely describes the cutting angles.)
Illustrating depth of Lone Star Cut This cut demands very precise cutting with particular attention paid to the meeting of angles, facet edges, and facet points. Our cutting is clean and precise and has an excellent polish so the star virtually leaps out of the stone. The stones pictured here were cut by us in our shop. A great look for this cut is to set the stone into a five-prong setting with a prong at each star point.


The Material

The most prized material for this cut is topaz that is mined in Texas. Texas topaz is rare, found mainly in alluvial deposits in Mason, Burnet, Llano, Gillespie, and El Paso counties. Most of the faceting quality material is from Mason County. The crystals are usually white, sometimes with a very pale peach tint, or pale to medium sky blue color. Stones cut from this material are natural; they have never been treated or irradiated. They make impressive Texas Lone Star gemstones. To order topaz found in Texas, please specify "Texas mined" or "Mason county" topaz.

Picture: Close up of well-formed Mason County topaz crystals.
Mason County Topaz Crystals

The most commonly used material for this cut is blue topaz imported from Brazil and is commonly heat treated to produce a permanent blue color. This also makes a very impressive star. Right now we also have imported light blue topaz that has not been heat treated. Unless otherwise specified, the blue lone star cuts pictured are cut from treated Brazilian material.

Other Material
Amethyst lone star cut We can cut a Lone Star into any material. The most popular, after topaz, are pale amethyst and citrine. White, or clear, quartz is another good choice for an alternative material.



Lone Star Cut Citrine We will be glad to quote cutting the Lone Star Cut in any other material, including your own stones or rough. This is especially useful if you have some broken topaz, amethyst or citrine that are too big to discard. When considering other material, remember that the star shows best in stones with a light color and may be difficult to see in very dark stones.

We can also cut other "star" cuts inspired by the Lone Star cut, such as the triple star, double star, and outline star, on special order. Contact us for price quote.

Price and Availability
Colored stones, including these lone star cuts, are chosen by diameter size. The diameter is measured in millimeters, for example, 9mm (millimeters). The price, however, is based on carat weight and color. The pricelist table below shows a range of weights for popular diameters and the corresponding range in price. A minimum charge applies to all single stones and varies with color and origin. Keep in mind that two stones of the same diameter can have different carat weights especially on larger stones. A miniscule difference in depth or table height (hundredth's to tenth's of a millimeter) will make a difference in weight. And the larger the stone, the greater the difference.

We try to keep our inventory stocked with the most popular sizes and colors. Even though we are cutting all the time, not all size-color combinations are always in stock. So, be sure to contact us to find out if the stone or jewelry piece you want is in stock for immediate shipment. For any items not in stock, allow two to three weeks for stone cutting and setting. We will tell you when you place your order if there is any change in this schedule.

Lone Star Topaz Pricelist

effective September 1, 2007
Approximate diameter
in millimeters
Approximate
carat weight
Estimated Price per stone 
Mason County, Texas, Blue (Natural)*
$180.00 per carat 
Mason County, Texas, White (Natural)
$120.00 per carat 
Light to Medium Blue Brazilian
$60.00 per carat 
White to Pale Blue Untreated Brazilian
$50.00 per carat 
Dark/London Blue Brazilian
$64.00 per carat 
Minimum price per stone $180.00 $144.00 $144.00 $150.00 $160.00
7 mm 1.6 - 2.2 $288.00-396.00 $192.00-264.00 $144.00 $150.00 $160.00
8 mm 2.5 - 3.2 $450.00-576.00 $300.00-384.00 $150.00-192.00 $150.00-160.00 $160.00-204.80
9 mm 3.5 - 4.2 $630.00-756.00 $420.00-504.00 $210.00-252.00 $175.00-210.00 $224.00-268.80
10 mm 5.0 - 5.8 $900.00-1044.00 $600.00-696.00 $300.00-348.00 $250.00-290.00 $320.00-371.20
11 mm 6.4 - 7.4 $1,152.00-1,332.00 $768.00-888.00 $384.00-444.00 $320.00-370.00 $409.60-473.60
12 mm 8.4 - 9.8 $1,512.00-1,764.00 $600.00-1,176.00 $504.00-588.00 $420.00-490.00 $537.60-627.20
13 mm 11.2 - 12.8 $2,016.00-2,304.00 $1,344.00-1,536.00 $672.00-768.00 $560.00-640.00 $716.80-819.20
14 mm 13.0 - 16.0 $2,340.00-2,880.00 $1,560.00-1,920.00 $780.00-960.00 $650.00-800.00 $832.00-1,024.00
Over 14 mm Contact us for quote

*Some especially blue, fine stones are priced higher.
Note: Stones usually are not exactly even dimension. That is, a "9mm" stone may measure 9.3 mm or 8.9 mm. We usually have half sizes in stock.
Add 20% for matched pairs.

Other material -
You can special-order the lone star cut in any other material. Examples of some of these choices are pictured on this page. The most popular alternate material is pale amethyst and citrine. Carat weights for larger diameter citrine and amethyst stones are usually a bit less than comparable-sized topaz. Prices for amethyst and citrine are:

Pale to medium yellow citrine: $60.00 per carat. Minimum $144.00
Dark citrine: $100.00 per carat. Minimum $144.00
Pale to medium amethyst: $60.00 per carat. Minimum $144.00
Dark amethyst: $100.00 per carat. Minimum $144.00

Other materials, such as spessartite garnet, Mexican opal or lab-grown stones, are cut by special order only. Send your specifications for a price quote.

Unless specified in the price quote, special order stones are prepaid and not returnable.

Other shapes - We can cut the lone star cut in stone shapes other than the round. So far, these shapes are emerald cut, square, triangle and pear shape. And we are developing a few others. We have a few of these in inventory most of the time ready for immediate shipment. And, of course, can cut the shape and size (and material) you want. Contact us for price quote for stones not listed on this site. Note: The Official Lone Star Cut is, by law, a "round" stone. These other shapes should always be referred to by shape as well as cut, such as Lone Star in Emerald Cut.

Contact us for estimated price and availability on emerald cut, square, triangle and other shapes and for material other than topaz.

Jewelers, designers, jewelry craftsmen, benchworkers and jewelry industry tradespeople and professionals, please contact us for wholesale price quotes on stones.

All prices are subject to change. Texas Sales Tax and shipping and insurance charges are additional.



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P.O. Box 1065
Leander, TX 78646
Telephone: 512/259-3335





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