6.50 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Yellow Citrine Pair from Brazil

This matched pair of transparent yellow citrines presents a precise, well balanced profile, suitable for refined daily wear. The stones weigh 2.90 carats and 3.60 carats respectively, and are fashioned in emerald cut shapes, with dimensions of 9.96 x 8.12 x 4.94 millimeters for the smaller stone, and 9.91 x 8.13 x 6.03 millimeters for the larger stone. Color is described as medium intensity yellow, clarity grade eye clean as evaluated at eye level, and the facets display an excellent polish that enhances light return and color uniformity. These citrines are heat treated to achieve stable color enhancement, and they originate from Brazil, a notable source for clean, well colored citrine crystals, as documented by The Natural Gemstone Company.

In terms of durability, citrine is a variety of quartz, and it registers at approximately seven on the Mohs hardness scale, which provides reliable resistance to everyday scratching when set in jewelry. Quartz exhibits no true cleavage, which reduces the risk of splitting along internal planes, and overall toughness is moderate, making these stones well suited for frequent wear when reasonable care is observed. The emerald cut contributes to durability by employing broad, stepped facets and clipped corners, which reduce vulnerability to edge chipping compared with more delicate cuts, and the excellent polish limits surface wear. The applied heat treatment is a stable enhancement for quartz, and does not compromise routine cleaning methods, though care should be taken to avoid severe thermal shock or hard impact.

For daily use, these citrines are appropriate for earrings, pendants, and rings when set with protective considerations in mind, such as secure prong work or bezel settings for rings that will see heavy wear. Recommended cleaning involves warm water, a mild detergent, and a soft brush, followed by careful drying, and prolonged exposure to harsh acids, abrasive cleaners, or vigorous mechanical impact should be avoided to preserve facet integrity. As a matched pair, their consistent color and proportions make them particularly suitable for balanced earring designs, and their combination of hardness, stability, and polished finish supports comfortable everyday wear while maintaining aesthetic appeal.