Citrine Gemstone Jewelry Collection

Citrine beaded gemstone jewelry by John S. Brana - Distinctive Jewelry. Collections include Earrings, Bracelets, and Necklaces set with Citrine.

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

Buying Guide
OptionWhat it isWho it suitsCheck before ordering
Checkerboard cut stonesA grid of small facets across the crownMaximum sparkle from a pale stoneHow bright it reads indoors
Large marquise stonesHigh carat weight in cocktail ringsStatement and evening wearThe fixed ring size
Beaded citrine strandsGolden stone among other warm tonesNecklaces with depthLength and stone mix
Gold-filled settingsWarm metal matching the golden stoneThe standard pairingWhether 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

Collection Facts
AttributeDetail
CollectionCitrine Gemstone Jewelry Collection
Made byJohn S. Brana, handcrafted in San Francisco
PackagingGift boxed
ReturnsSee the returns policy
Prices, stock and product details last confirmed29 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.