Citrine Cushion Faceted Gemstone

This cushion yellow citrine brings a deep, evenly saturated color to all types of jewelry designs. Set a single gemstone in a simple ring, match it with gems of similar or complementary colors, or use a pair to make earrings. Citrine is one of the birthstones for November. Citrine, although often mistakenly referred to as topaz, belongs to the quartz family. The yellow color of this gemstone is due to the presence of iron in the trigonal crystal structure. Named for its bright citrus color, citrine can present a range of yellow hues, from pale yellow to deep brownish gold. Though gemstone-quality citrine is rare, Rio Grande offers the highest quality available. According to folklore, citrine conveys the power of the sun. The cushion cut is a classic style; it combines features of the oval cut with a deep cut and large facets.