During the Georgian era (1714–1837), topaz was a favored gemstone in fine jewelry, admired for its brilliance and range of warm hues, particularly golden yellows and pinkish oranges. Although true topaz was used, the term "topaz" was often applied more broadly to describe other golden-hued stones like citrine or smoky quartz, reflecting the period's looser gem classification. Georgian jewelers, known for their skilled craftsmanship, frequently set topaz in closed-back settings made of foil-backed gold or silver to enhance the gem’s color and luster. These stones featured prominently in rings, brooches, and girandole earrings, often surrounded by rose-cut diamonds or other colored gems in intricate floral or bow motifs. The popularity of topaz during this era reflected both its beauty and the symbolic meanings attached to it, such as strength and protection.