This vintage citrine necklace with a 14k yellow gold filigree clasp weighs 69.8g and measures 16 inches long,12mm wide and 6mm deep. In captivating, classically elegant period style, this vintage 1930's necklace is composed of 29 well-matched and highly translucent round-faceted citrine beads, cumulatively weighing 34.99cts, measuring 12mm in diameter. These alluring gemstones are graded a delightful 'dark orange-yellow' color and 'very good’ clarity, strung on sturdy silk of matching color. An intricate filigree plaque of orbicular format, depicting a sunflower design on each side to match the intriguing citrine beads of joyful sunshine color, veils the 14k yellow gold tongue-and-groove clasp securing this vintage citrine necklace!
Deriving its name from the French word 'citron', meaning lemon, the gemstone citrine has a color palette encompassing ‘yellow’ to ‘gold’ to ‘orange-brown’ shades of transparent quartz. The darker orange nuances of citrine, referred to as 'Madeira citrine' named after the color of the wine,is generally considered to be the most valuable color. Most citrine is mined in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, where there is presently an abundant supply. Citrine, modern birthstone for November, is considered an alternative to topaz, but which is a separate mineral. In ancient times, citrine was carried as a protection against snake venom and evil thoughts. P>
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