14.44 Ct. Citrine from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Citrine has been treasured through the ages for its warm, sunlit hue, a gemstone that evokes harvest festivals, candlelit halls, and the timeless art of adornment. This example from The Natural Gemstone Company is a particularly fine specimen, a transparent cushion shape weighing 14.44 carat, with dimensions of 15.41 by 12.96 by 10.59 mm. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to balance scintillation and depth, allowing lively facets to return light while preserving the internal glow that makes citrine so welcoming. It carries a clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level, a grade that reads as practically eye clean to most observers and that enhances the gem ability to transmit light without distraction. The color reads as vivid in intensity, a saturated orangish yellow that feels both antique and modern, and the polish is excellent, allowing every facet to finish with a mirror like sheen. Importantly for collectors and designers who prize authenticity, there is no enhancement, and its origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a region celebrated for producing gemstones of refined character and historical provenance.

Because of its substantial size and classic cushion silhouette, this citrine is a dream for customization, adaptable to a wide spectrum of jewelry settings and design languages. In a solitaire ring it will stand as a striking statement, the mixed brilliant cut maximizing brilliance under direct light while the cushion outline retains a soft, timeless profile. Set within a halo it will gain the appearance of greater scale and intensified presence, each surrounding stone amplifying the center stone warmth for a vintage era look. Designers who prefer modern minimalism will find that a clean prong setting showcases the pavilion and crown details, while a bezel will protect the stone and give a distinctly heritage feel that suits everyday wear. For pendants the depth of 10.59 mm gives the piece presence and movement, and for earrings this stone can define a single sided drop or be paired with complementary tones for a matched ensemble. Three stone settings celebrate balance and narrative, allowing side gems to frame a personal story, and cluster or floral motifs translate the orangish yellow into romantic, ornamental jewelry that reads as heirloom ready.

Metals and accents will determine how the citrine reads on the hand or at the throat, and each choice speaks to a different chapter of style and tradition. Yellow gold and rose gold will harmonize with the warm chroma of this gem, echoing its vintage character and invoking classical jewelry ateliers. White metals such as platinum and white gold will create a contemporary counterpoint, delivering contrast that sharpens the citrine hue and highlights the mixed brilliant cut play of light. Diamond pavings invite a courtly sparkle that frames and elevates the center gem into ceremonial and bridal contexts, while smaller colored stones can add narrative layers, pairing warm hessonite garnet or rich brown diamonds for autumnal resonance. For functional considerations a protective bezel or lowered setting will guard the 10.59 mm depth for frequent wear, while high prong mounts will allow maximum light entry and a more radiant spectacle. The gem is also ideal for bespoke pieces beyond rings, such as a signet style brooch that nods to ancestral ornament, cufflinks that translate luxury into menswear, and articulated pendants that become generational keepsakes.

Commissioning a custom piece with The Natural Gemstone Company allows you to explore all of these possibilities with expert guidance, merging historical sensibility with contemporary technique. Our bench jewelers can advise on metal choices, prong styles, and complementary stones to ensure the final design protects the gem proportions and accentuates its vivid orangish yellow color. We recommend considering settings that respect the cushion shape and mixed brilliant cut, ensuring that the very slightly included clarity remains visually unobtrusive while the excellent polish and natural Ceylon origin are fully celebrated. Because this citrine has no enhancement it carries an authenticity that will age gracefully and become part of a family story. For those who value tradition, legacy, and the quiet luxury of a natural gemstone, this 14.44 carat cushion citrine stands as a ready and versatile canvas for a unique creation destined to be worn, treasured, and passed down. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company to discuss design directions, metal options, and time frames, and let us help craft a piece that honors history while becoming your personal emblem of warmth and continuity.