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1.78 Ct. Citrine from Brazil
Item ID: | K5056 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 13.92 Width: 6.83 Height: 3.27 |
Weight: | 1.78 Ct. |
Color: help | Orange |
Color intensity: help | Medium Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Marquise |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Brazil |
Per carat price: help | $18 |
The pursuit of the perfect gemstone culminates in the discovery of this exquisite 1.78 carat marquise-shaped orange citrine. This transparent gem, with its precise dimensions of 13.92 x 6.83 x 3.27 mm, exudes a remarkable brilliance that is the result of its intricate mixed brilliant cut. Carefully evaluated at eye level, the citrine boasts a clarity grade of very slightly included, ensuring a high level of purity while preserving its inherent natural beauty. The medium intense color intensity of this citrine is a vivid orange hue, capturing both warmth and energy in its vibrant tones. Each facet has been expertly polished to an excellent standard, enhancing the gemstone's reflective properties and allowing it to shimmer with captivating light.
Originating from the renowned mines of Brazil, this citrine carries with it the rich geological history of one of the world's prime sources for quartz varieties. Brazil's mineral-rich soils have endowed this citrine with its characteristic color and clarity, making it a prized specimen among gemologists and collectors alike. The marquise shape of the gemstone, a sophisticated and elongated form, adds a touch of elegance and distinction, making it suitable for various jewelry designs from statement rings to pendants.
Scientifically speaking, citrine is a variety of quartz, chemically composed of silicon dioxide (SiO2). Its captivating orange color is due to the presence of iron impurities within the crystal lattice, which, when exposed to geological heat, produce the gemstone's signature hue. The growth environment and unique conditions seen in Brazilian deposits contribute significantly to the quality and color saturation of the citrine found there.
For discerning buyers seeking a gemstone that combines both aesthetic allure and scientific intrigue, this citrine represents an exemplary choice. Its finely balanced proportions and expertly graded attributes provide assurance of its value and rarity, while its fiery color and brilliance promise to enchant and inspire. The journey to find a gem that epitomizes beauty, rarity, and excellence reaches a satisfying conclusion with this exceptional orange citrine, ensuring that the effort invested in sourcing it leads to a rewarding discovery.
