November's Birthstone - Citrine

Citrine is a golden hued, sunny gemstone to brighten up this chilly month. With a range of colours from light yellow to deep orange citrine's name is derived from the French word “citron”. Reminiscent of a forest on an autumn day it is appropriately appointed the birthstone of November. Used as a decorative gem during the Hellenistic Age, between 300 and 150 BC, it was found on the handles of swords and daggers in Scotland. It has since been popular during the Art Deco era where movie stars wore elaborate, large citrine jewellery.