Citrine Earring Sets Are Favored By Many Jewelry Fans

By Coleen Cote


Beautiful citrine gemstones make attractive and appealing jewelry that virtually all accessory lovers enjoy wearing. Such gems are not only very durable and highly versatile, they are also unique. Regardless of whether one chooses a pendant featuring this exquisite stone or a citrine earring set, he or she will be happy with the selection.

The stone is one of November's two official birthstones. However, many jewelry lovers, regardless of the month in which they were born, adore this attractive gem. There are many reasons for this, such as the fact that the stone blends well with essentially any outfit, whether one is wearing casual, sophisticated, or business attire.

Citrine jewelry can be worn to great advantage by virtually any individual whose intent is to make a fashion statement. Due to their yellowish shade they have a beautiful appearance when placed in either a traditional gold or white gold setting. The result is especially appealing when matching pieces are donned, such as a bracelet, necklace, and earring set.

Frequently confused with Topaz, this unique stone is sometimes called golden Topaz. While these two jewels feature a similar hue, they are completely different gems. Citrine comes in a broad range of shades from dark orange to light yellow, while Topaz usually features an amber hue. This is the most significant difference between the two semiprecious gems. The variety of shades in the spectrum depend on how much heat the jewels were exposed to over time.

Most gems of this type, regardless of where they fall within the yellow-orange spectrum, are found in Brazil. Spain, Scotland and Argentina, however, also have areas where such stones have been discovered. As a general rule, citrine is usually found in any location where Smokey Quartz is mined.

The most valuable stones in this category are those that boast a deep orange shade. However, the most popular color among the majority of consumers is a slightly lighter shade of rich yellow. Just as is the case with virtually all semiprecious jewels, there are various quality levels associated with these beautiful yellowish-orange gems. Flawless stones, as most consumers are aware of, are higher-priced than those that are imperfect and feature flaws such as inclusions.

In addition, one can choose from a variety of sizes when selecting a gemstone of this type. Earrings featuring these stones are generally sold by carat weight, as are other sets of jewelry, and the number of carats usually reflects the combined total of the weight of both earrings. Gems that can boast a high weight in carats will obviously be more expensive than modest sized stones. Size selection essentially depends on one's budget, as well as his or her personal preferences.

There are not very many semiprecious stones that can rival the enchanting shade of citrine. This makes it a perfect choice for almost anyone. Pieces of this type can be purchased online or at a traditional jewelry store. However, no matter which shopping method one selects, he or she should carefully choose a reputable dealer with whom to do business. Those who are searching for the ideal gift or simply shopping for themselves will find that a citrine earring set is the perfect choice.




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