Warm glow

Citrine is both the traditional and modern birthstone of November. The Naphtali tribe of Israel is associated with citrine. It has been used in Greece since the Hellenistic Age 323-146 BC. Dionysis, a famed Greek poet, historian, geographer and author of 8216;Description of the inhabited earth8217; wrote about Indian gems and claims that every one of the gems he noted including citrine was at least once found in Southern India. Beginning of 17th century witnessed citrine8217;s use as pure decoration e.g Scottish daggers. Advent of Romantic Period c.1837-1860 citrine was more widely available and set in jewellery and it was this Romantic Period that citrine started gaining its modern day popularity. But it was Queen Victoria c.1837-1901 who instigated the fashionistas towards romantically Scottish jewellery settings showcasing citrine. It may be safely concluded that prized jewellery pieces with gracious notes of citrine have been admired right through the Georgian Period across the Victorian era, the Art Deco Period up till today8217;s Modern Period.

Besides Hollywood biggies like Greta Garbo and Joan Crawford8217;s love for citrine jewels many of us till date enjoy citrine also for the rich legacy of its positive attributes and beliefs. The sunshine personality of the stone promotes financial growth and protects against depression and unnecessary introspection. Tough enough for everyday wear one must protect all stones from scratches. Citrine should be avoided from heat and prolonged sunlight. Natural citrine becomes dark brown when exposed to X-rays and white when heated. Citrine may be cleaned with soap, warm water and soft brush. Be sure to rinse and dry. Citrine weighing three carat and more demands higher price. It looks glorious set solo in basket setting and equally luxurious and chic set with diamonds or other complementing stones. Diwali might be over but you may ignite your attire with citrine accessories any night and shoot like a proud, sparkling cracker.

The writer is a city-based researcher specialising in jewellery art and can be contacted at sameeraahaan02gmail.com

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