18.65 Ct. Citrine from Brazil

At The Natural Gemstone Company we present a striking 18.65 carat princess shape yellow citrine, a gemstone that combines impressive scale with refined optical performance. The stone measures 14.25 x 13.69 x 14.10 mm, a substantial size for a citrine that is perfect for a bold solitaire ring or a statement pendant. This gem exhibits a vivid color intensity that stands out from the more common pale yellow citrines on the market. Originating from Brazil and heat treated to achieve its consistent and vibrant hue, this citrine has been carefully selected and finished to highlight natural color and clarity. The clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning the inclusions are minimal and do not interfere with the gem s overall transparency or its ability to transmit light. The excellent polish and precise symmetry completed by expert lapidaries at The Natural Gemstone Company further elevate its appearance, making this stone both a rare find for collectors and a practical choice for jewelers seeking a visually commanding centerpiece.

The princess cut plays a central role in amplifying this citrine s innate brilliance, and it performs differently from other popular cuts in ways that benefit colored stones. Where a round brilliant focuses on pure fire and sparkle, the princess cut uses a square outline with a complex faceting architecture to create mirror like flashes and crisp scintillation across a broad surface. The steep pavilion angles and carefully faceted crown planes of this particular cut funnel incoming light into dramatic internal reflections that return to the viewer as concentrated brilliance. The cut also forms an appealing X and cross motif when viewed face up, a hallmark of high quality princess cutting that produces lively contrast and definition. Compared with softer, step cut shapes such as the emerald cut, the princess cut maximizes light return and creates greater visual impact for a gem with vivid color. In comparison to mass market cuts commonly applied to lower grade material, this princess cut has been executed with precise proportions to avoid light leakage, so more of the citrine s color and brightness are visible from every angle.

Clarity and polish are equally important to the way this citrine interacts with light, and here the gem outperforms many alternatives available at similar price points. Very slightly included at eye level means that under normal viewing conditions the stone appears clean, and the small internal features that do exist serve only to add character without dulling the gem s sparkle. The excellent polish creates sharp facet junctions that act like tiny mirrors, enhancing both brilliance and scintillation as the stone moves. When compared to heavily included or poorly polished stones that dominate some online and wholesale markets, this citrine returns light with exceptional vigor. Heat treatment is a standard and stable enhancement for citrine that converts darker or unevenly colored rough into the consistent, sunny tone buyers prefer. Unlike imitations or low quality heat treated material that can display cloudy areas or suboptimal facet alignment, this piece was cut and finished with meticulous quality control to ensure that the heat treatment enhances and stabilizes color while the cut maximizes optical performance.

From a value perspective this 18.65 carat princess shape citrine from The Natural Gemstone Company represents an outstanding proposition relative to other yellow gemstones. Compared with yellow sapphire or natural topaz of comparable size and vibrancy, citrine offers similar visual warmth and presence at a fraction of the cost, while providing durable everyday wearability. The combination of vivid color intensity, substantial dimensions of 14.25 x 13.69 x 14.10 mm, and expert princess cutting creates a gem that reads larger than its carat weight might suggest when set. Design wise, this stone adapts beautifully to both classic and contemporary settings. A solitaire mounting in yellow gold will amplify the golden tones for a traditional look, while a white metal halo can add contrast and make the yellow pop for a more modern aesthetic. For designers and collectors who prioritize optical performance and provenance, this citrine delivers the ideal balance of exceptional cut, clean appearance, stable enhancement, and credible origin from Brazil, backed by The Natural Gemstone Company s commitment to sourcing and finishing gemstones to the highest standards.