Citrine Birthstone Necklace in 14K Gold

A 14K solid gold pendant set with November's stone, natural citrine, the warm golden quartz that recalls a late autumn afternoon.

The piece

• Metal: 14K solid gold (Yellow, White, or Rose).
• Stone: Natural citrine, 4mm round, 4-prong solitaire setting.
• Chain: included, 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain.
• Hand-finished in the USA, made to order.

The symbol

Citrine takes its name from the Latin citrus, for its lemon-yellow color. As November's birthstone, it has long been associated with joy, abundance, and the golden harvest, traditions stretching back to the Hellenistic period.

About this stone

Citrine is the yellow-to-golden variety of quartz, colored by trace iron in the silicon dioxide crystal lattice. It is the same mineral as amethyst, just with the iron in a different oxidation state. Natural citrine is typically a paler, more honey-toned yellow than heat-treated stone. Curated by a certified gemologist.

Care and wear

Citrine is durable for everyday wear. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can gradually fade the color over years. Clean with mild soap and warm water.

Common questions

What month is citrine the birthstone for? November.

Is citrine the same as topaz? No. Citrine is quartz. Yellow topaz, sometimes called imperial topaz, is a different mineral (an aluminum fluorohydroxide silicate) that can occur in a similar color.