Citrine

A bold looking 18ct white gold ring that has been set with a large and deep emerald cut citrine. It was made in the 1945-1955 period when this style was fashionable. The clothes at that time were quite dramatic with pencil skirts and padded shoulders so big jewellery was a "must" accessory! It is as wearable now as it was then }

This is a pretty necklace that was made circa 1900-1910. It is composed of a string of evenly matched naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  More seed pearls interspersed with twenty two pear shaped double rose cutThe ‘rose cut’, defined by its rounded outline and multiple triangular facets, is one of the earliest diamond cuts, with its origins in sixteenth century Europe. A rose cut typically has a flat base and anywhere from six to twenty four facets, the latter known as a full rose cut. More citrineCitrine (from the French for ‘lemon’) is a rare, yellow type of quartz, a semi-precious stone that ranges in colour from pale yellow to orange to golden brown. The best quality citrine is found in Brazil. More drops. These necklaces were made up in India for the English market and were extremely popular in the EdwardianJewellery made in the Edwardian era (1901-1914). More period as they went so well with the fashions at that time. They are as wearable now as they were then. It has been restrung}

A neat pair of 18ct gold earrings that are quite hard to date but appear to be from the 1930s. They have each been set with an octagonal cut citrine. The surrounding gold is a scalloped design. They look lovely when worn and would be suitable for day and evening wear }

An unusual 9ct gold Georgian pendant that was made circa 1820. In the centre is a citrine. Around it are natural split pearls interspersed with blue Vauxhall glass. These Georgian pendants are rare and very collectable }

An impressive pair of 18ct gold and citrine drop earrings that were made circa 1880. The citrines are well matched and are kite shaped briolette cuts that reflect the light beautifully. The tops are curved diamond shapes that compliment the drops. They look fantastic when worn }

A very stylish 9ct gold twist ring assayed in Birmingham in 1912. It is in the Art Nouveau style that was prevalent at the time. The citrine is held by sinuous shoulders like plant stems. The colour of the citrine imitates the colour of Imperial Topaz, a lovely golden orange. It sits low on the finger so it is a practical ring to wear. }

A beautiful 15ct gold pendant that was made circa 1900-1910. It is a lovely design with attention to a curvilinear pattern which is typical of the Art Nouveau period. It has been set with a faceted citrine in the centre and a pear shaped citrine drop. Then there are three flowers each set with natural split pearls and further leaves and tendrils to complete the overall effect. It can also be worn as a brooch if wished. The colour scheme is soft and would have looked wonderful with the fashions of the Edwardian period. Having said that it is still wearable with todays fashions! }

An un usual "Giardinetti" brooch that was made circa 1940. Flowers were a fashionable theme in jewellery during the second half of the 18th century. and ‘giardinetti’ items (from the Italian, meaning ‘little garden’) became popular. They had tiny blossoms set with an assortment of precious stones, asymmetrically arranged in a basket, vase or pot and were given as tokens of love. This idea continued and is still popular today. The vase is composed of a black opal with diamonds arranged around it. The flowers are different coloured gemstones, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, yellow sapphires, amethyst, pearls, aquamarines, olivine, smokey quartz, rutilated quartz and citrines. This brooch has a secure roll over catch and an added safely chain. What a wonderful gift to someone that you love }

An impressive late Georgian seal that was made circa 1800-1820. It is highly decorated with repoussé work featuring flowers acorns and oak leaves. Set in to the base is a citrine with two initials engraved on it "J B". It has the original split ring. These rings are sought after in their own right as they can be worn as rings or used to attach other pieces to. }

An impressive pair of 15ct gold drop earrings that were made circa 1870. They each have two fancy cut amethysts with a fancy cut citrine in between. The stones compliment each other and articulate beautifully when worn. }

Bernard Instone was a well known Arts and Crafts designer of jewellery. He died about 35 years ago after a long life devoted to his art. His pieces are very wearable and well made. This silver brooch is composed of a large oval faceted citrine with a shaped green chalcedony on either side. Silver engraved leaves frame the stones in a style that is typical of Instone's work. It was made circa 1940-1950. }

A good looking tie pin that has been set with a cabochon cut citrine. There are two gold balls on either side. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin. }

A very striking 18ct gold ring set with a large rectangular citrine. It was made circa 1940-1950 and is typical of the style of that  period with stylised scroll decoration on the shoulders. It really packs a punch when worn! }

A good pair of 18ct gold semi precious gemstone cufflinks. They are set with an orange tourmaline, green tourmaline, citrine and amethyst. The dog clips open so that you can easily put them in a double cuff. They were made circa 1940s-1950. }

A very striking large pendant set with a fantastic faceted pear shaped Madeira citrine with a chrysolite above it. It is highlighted by small diamonds and a diamond set bale or loop. It was made circa 1890-1910. It is 15ct gold with silver mounts for the diamonds and chrysolite. }

A well designed pair of silver earrings that were made for the Scottish tourist trade in the 1870s. Queen Victoria had bought Balmoral castle in the 1860s which led to a new interest in Scotland. Many people travelled there for sport to stalk and shoot, or just to travel around and discover the wonderful scenery and ruined castles. Inevitably they were tempted to buy the trinkets on offer. Pebbles were sourced in the river beds and polished and shaped to fit in to brooches, necklaces and earrings. These earrings are a good example of the craftsmanship and have also been set with garnets and citrines. }

A beautiful 18ct gold pendant set with a large pear shaped Madeira citrine. It is on a curb link 18ct gold chain. It was designed for Tiffany by Paloma Picasso who is a French and Spanish fashion designer and businesswoman, best known for her jewellery designs for Tiffany & Co. She is also the youngest daughter of 20th-century artist Pablo Picasso and painter Françoise Gilot. it is a really wearable and striking piece of jewellery. }

A stylish Art Deco silver pendant by the well known firm, Theodor Fahrner. The factory was a major player in the production of well designed good quality jewellery in the Art Deco period. Fahrner was one of the foremost designers in Pforzheim in the Black Forrest in Southern Germany. It is a very bold piece with a large faceted citrine at the base and four rectangular pieces of amazonite above it. In between are wavy sections studded with graded marcasite. This is a rare early piece by Theodor Fahrner. }

A fantastic silver gilt ring made by the well known modern jeweller Shaun Leane. Shaun Leane (born July 8th, 1969) is a British jewellery designer best known for his sculptural pieces created for Alexander McQueen. His eponymous jewellery brand is a four-time winner of the UK Jewellery Designer of the Year award. Leane has worked with Givenchy, Boucheron and De Beers, amongst others. His Jewellery has been acquired for the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and the Fashion Museum, Bath. His fine jewellery has been worn by celebrities and artists including Björk, Daphne Guinness, Sam Taylor-Johnson, Elton John, Emma Watson, Kate Moss, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kate Middleton. This is a really well designed large ring and looks fantastic when worn! }

A fabulous necklace featuring a string of natural pearls with fifty faceted citrines at intervals all around. It was most likely made in India for the English market as I have had many similar necklaces over the years. This example is the longest and fullest though! It was made circa 1900-1910. }

A fantastic example of a 15ct gold Scottish target brooch. The bright cut engraving is in pristine condition and features Celtic motifs. The large citrine has been specially chosen to go with the gold. It was made circa 1870. }

A very good example of a Scottish Victorian brooch. It is set with jasper, bloodstone and other agates. The stones were sourced in the mouth of Scottish rivers and polished in to shapes and set in to items of jewellery from the 1860s onwards. Queen Victorian purchased Balmoral Castle in the Scottish Highlands in the 1860s and this spawned a thriving tourist trade in this type of jewellery. It is highly collectable today because of the history and quality of the workmanship. In the centre is a large oval deep orange citrine. }

A smokey rectangular cut citrine set in to a two colour 14ct gold shank. It was made in Germany circa 1935-1945. }

A well made, large ring, set with citrines. Made in the 1950s, it is in the style of renowned British Arts and Crafts jeweller Bernard Instone (1891-1987). }