Citrine Gemstone Jewelry Collection
In Short
Citrine jewellery here uses golden quartz in checkerboard and brilliant cuts, set into gold-filled wire and beaded strands.
What Is This Collection?
Citrine is the yellow to golden-brown variety of quartz. Natural citrine is relatively scarce, so most citrine on the market, including in fine jewellery, is heat-treated amethyst. Every piece is handcrafted by John S. Brana in his San Francisco studio.
What This Collection Includes
Checkerboard and brilliant cut drop earrings, large marquise cocktail rings, beaded necklaces and gemstone pendants.
How the pieces differ
Pieces differ by cut and carat weight, and by whether the citrine stands alone or joins other warm stones in a strand.
Who this collection suits
Anyone born in November, buyers who wear warm tones, and people who want golden colour without gold pricing.
How to Choose
| Option | What it is | Who it suits | Check before ordering |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkerboard cut stones | A grid of small facets across the crown | Maximum sparkle from a pale stone | How bright it reads indoors |
| Large marquise stones | High carat weight in cocktail rings | Statement and evening wear | The fixed ring size |
| Beaded citrine strands | Golden stone among other warm tones | Necklaces with depth | Length and stone mix |
| Gold-filled settings | Warm metal matching the golden stone | The standard pairing | Whether you prefer silver contrast instead |
Criteria that matter most
- Hardness – harder stones suit rings and daily wear; softer ones are safer in earrings and pendants
- Metal pairing – warm metals deepen warm stones, cool metals sharpen cool ones
- Natural variation – every stone differs in tone, so the photograph shows the style rather than the exact piece
- Care – store stones separately and keep them away from ultrasonic cleaners and jewellery dips
Collection Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Collection | Citrine Gemstone Jewelry Collection |
| Made by | John S. Brana, handcrafted in San Francisco |
| Packaging | Gift boxed |
| Returns | See the returns policy |
| Prices, stock and product details last confirmed | 29 September 2026 |
Prices, stock and product details on this page were last reviewed on 29 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is citrine a birthstone?
Yes, citrine is the November birthstone, and it also marks the 13th wedding anniversary.
Q2. What is a checkerboard cut?
A cut with a grid of small square facets across the top of the stone, which scatters light in many directions and makes a pale stone sparkle more.
Q3. How durable is citrine?
At 7 on the Mohs scale it matches other quartz, so it handles daily wear well in earrings, pendants and rings.
Q4. Will citrine fade?
Long exposure to strong sunlight can lighten citrine, so store it out of direct light when it is not being worn.