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1870s Victorian Citrine Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1870s Victorian Citrine Gold Necklace 1870s Victorian citrine and 18-karat gold necklace. Like
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1870s Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Victorian Moss Agate Citrine Scottish Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Set in Gold with engraving of ferns and tiny flowers and striking geometry, this is a Victorian brooch that foreshadows Art Deco. All is in balance here and that balance is given st...
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Agate, Citrine

Briolette Citrine Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 15 carat gold and citrine earrings, with on the ear a brilliant cut citrine and long
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 15k Gold

Large Scottish agate citrine Gold Kilt Pin
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large Scottish agate and citrine gold kilt pin, in the shape of a dirk, mounted in engraved gold
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Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Agate, Citrine, 10k Gold

VICTORIAN BEZEL SET CITRINE NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Citrine Necklace, Bezel set in 14kt Yellow Gold, with an extra extender for added length
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Late 19th Century American Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold

250 Carat Victorian Citrine Collar
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Twenty-five faceted oval citrine are gently graduated in size and each nestled in an ornate bezel
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1880s Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Citrine Gold Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique gold and citrine festoon necklace on a snake chain, in 15k. England.
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1890s British Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 15k Gold

Victorian Citrine Enamel Bangle Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This wide bangle of 14 karat rose gold is decorated with graduated faceted round citrines and crisp
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1880s Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Citrine and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
5.0- carat citrine is surrounded by .30 carats of period diamonds. Its old-world narrative is antique
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1920s Spanish Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Citrine Yellow Gold Seal/Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Victorian & Citrine Seal/Pendant - Approximately 75.00 carat fine Citrine
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Large Victorian Citrine Pearl Gold Cross
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
pendant will make a lovely addition to your collection. Conceived as an assembling of square citrines and
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1880s Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 15k Gold

Art Nouveau Gold Bracelet with Citrines
Located in New York, NY
An Art Nouveau 14 karat gold bracelet with citrines. This gold link bracelet has a 6 round-cut
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold

1941 Cartier New York Citrine Sapphire Gold Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
citrine, a sapphire and two citrines in bezel setting , two snake mesh chains held by a pattern of crossed
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1840s American Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Orange Citrine and Diamond Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro 1940 to 1950 bright orange Citrine yellow and white gold earrings with vivid orange Citrines
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Early 20th Century Retro Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Enamel Diamonds Pearls Cognac Citrine Brooch, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A heart shaped Citrine stone is surrounded by a ribbon shaped blue Enamel underlined with Pearl
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Early 20th Century Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Enamel

Antique 18K Yellow Gold Citrine Brooch from 1918
Located in New York, NY
This rare English citrine brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold, set with a round golden yellow citrine
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1910s English Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Citrine and Pearl Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
A Georgian mourning ring, set with a cushion shaped citrine and natural half seed pearls, with
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1810s Georgian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Gold

Antique Citrine 14 Karat Gold Bangle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Antique Citrine Gold Bangle. The bangle features an oval citrine approximately 12.60 carat, and 2
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Early 1900s Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1915 Citrine Gold Ring with Floral Border
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14k multi-colored golden border framing a citrine. Made in the USA, circa 1915. Size 5.5 can be
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1910s Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold

Late Victorian Citrine and Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in London, England
A beautiful late Victorian citrine and old mine cut diamond brooch set in 14k yellow gold. The
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1910s Late Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Citrine and Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
: 10.7 grams STONES: citrine and seed pearls HALLMARKS: tested 14k STOCK NUMBER: 18082 Jewelry
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1890s American Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian 10.28 Carat Citrine Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive Victorian 10.28 carat cognac citrine and 22k yellow gold
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine White Enamel Pendant Brooch Transformer Original Box Virginia, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Massive Citrine and White Enamel brooch that is also a pendant. Transformable into two separate
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1890s Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Enamel

Antique Victorian Large Scalloped Scottish Agate Citrine Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
and 2 inches high. An oval citrine is the target in the middle set with large dog claws. The brooch
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1860s Scottish Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver

Victorian Citrine Gold Festoon Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
numerous faceted citrines. This “layered” design drapes beautifully about the neck and looks beautiful with
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1890s Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 19th Century Citrine Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
End of XIXth century Ring in carved yellow gold holding a citrine, ring size 7 (27.15 grams)
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1890s French Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Antique Scottish Agate and Citrine Brooch, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, early 20th century Scottish agate, citrine and Silver brooch. An oval shaped
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1910s British Art Deco Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Citrine Watch Key Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
the Edwardian period with a rich yellow coloured square shaped citrine featuring at the centre of the
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Citrine Garnet Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian long 14k yellow gold chain with genuine all natural gemstones. Amethyst, Citrine and
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Early 1900s Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Victorian Citrine Gold Cross
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
combines five sections of citrine with handmade golden frames. The result is a cross pendant that is subtle
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1890s Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Arts Crafts Sterling Citrine Amethyst Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic citrine, pearl, and amethyst necklace from the Arts & Crafts (ca1900) era! At the
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Victorian Citrine Gold Bracelet with Crystal Accents
Located in New York, NY
An antique gold bangle bracelet centering on an octagonally set citrine in a gold frame set with
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Antique Platinum Diamond Ruby Citrine Emerald Sapphire Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique platinum bird brooch, adorned with rubies, emeralds, sapphires, citrines and approx
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19th Century Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Hanging earrings with citrines, diamonds and pearls.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Earrings with two faceted citrines, diamonds and pearls. Hanging earrings with citrines, diamonds
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

1880s Victorian Citrine Two Colour Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
Victorian citrine and two colour gold necklace, circa 1880 comprised of eleven oval citrine
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1880s British Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Yellow Gold

Antique Citrine Diamond Silver Gold Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of fine antique diamond and citrine drop earrings, each earring set with a cushion and pear
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1890s Portuguese Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl Citrine Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
In the late Georgian period through the era, intricate seed pearl jewelry was tradition for young
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1850s British Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

French Antique Romantic Citrine Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
with a cushion cut citrine at the centre, and pear shaped citrines at the base, this piece of jewellery
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1850s French Romantic Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Heavenly Filigree and Citrine Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
A flame of citrine is beaming sunlike through wisps of gold filigree in this pendant of 12 Ct gold
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 10k Gold

Victorian Citrine and Amethyst Pansy Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The faceted pear-shaped petals are assembled into the shape of a pansy, with the center anchored by a solitary pearl. Charming, sweet and playful, this organic motif combines with th...
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1880s Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cabachon Citrine Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A Stunning example of an Art Deco cabochon Citrine ring, flanked with diamond stepped shoulders
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This necklace is simply stunning! The heart citrine stones differ in size with the largest
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1880s British Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Gold

Edwardian Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The citrine stones that are set in this glossy 9ct gold are a wonderful yellow colour. The frame
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Gold

Victorian Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This necklace is simply stunning! The citrine stones differ in size with the largest measuring
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1880s British Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Gold

14K White Gold, Citrine Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14K White Gold, Citrine & Seed Pearl Ring - circa 1920
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Citrine Gold spinner Fob pendant
Located in Baltimore, MD
set with a large intricately faceted citrine. The citrine spins on an axle and can be worn with either
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Antique English Citrine Amethyst Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An antique amethyst and citrine half-hoop bangle bracelet, in 15k gold. England. Inner
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1880s British Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Amethyst, Citrine, 15k Gold

Art Deco French Vibrant Citrine Link Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely gorgeous citrine bracelet from the Art Deco (ca1920) era! Of French origin, this
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Late Victorian Citrine and Seed Pearl Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
filigree balls and 17 sparkling, slightly graduated, faceted oval citrine stones. Circa 1880.
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, Citrine, 14k Gold

Art Deco Lapis, Citrine and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
A platinum Art Deco ring featuring a large oval cabochon-cut lapis lazuli with calibré-cut citrine
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Platinum

Antique Yellow Gold Citrine Filigree Bangle Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
citrines. Has six links that are connected by wire. Measurements: 6" L x 1 1/4" H (highest part), weight
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mellerio Citrine, Diamond and Gold Cross Pendant
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New Orleans, LA
features six rectangular cut citrines, totaling an impressive 73.50 carats. The magnificent design is
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19th Century French Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian Medeira Citrine 10K Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Stunning Madeira Citrine set in 10K rose gold. The citrine is a gorgeous rich orange color
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 10k Gold

Art Deco Chinoiserie Carved Citrine Diamond Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
pale greenish yellow citrine. The front of the citrine is carved in oriental taste with a pair of
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1920s Art Deco Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Victorian Citrine Rose Cut Diamond Gold Cross Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
Absolutely stunning citrine and diamond earrings from the Victorian (ca1880) era! These wonderful
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1880s Victorian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Robin Rotenier Natural Citrine Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
By Robin Rotenier
Located in Stamford, CT
Designer natural untreated Citrine faceted bead necklace. Stamped RR for Robin Rotenier. 1
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Early 1900s Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Citrine Silver over Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Antique Edwardian Citrine Silver over Yellow Gold Handmade Ring. The yellow gold bezel surrounds a
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20th Century Edwardian Antique Citrine Jewelry

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Citrine, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

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Antique Citrine Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique citrine jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect item from our selection of antique citrine jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of antique citrine jewelry over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Carter Gough Co. and Krementz Co are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our antique citrine jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 216 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Citrine Jewelry?

The price for a piece of antique citrine jewelry starts at $179 and tops out at $69,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,479.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Citrine Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.