Celtic Citrine Ring 2.81 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

This ring centers on a superb 2.81 carat princess shape yellow citrine, with precise dimensions of 8.12 by 8.04 by 6.66 mm, cut to maximize both brilliance and color depth. The stone is fashioned in a classic princess cut, characterized by a square outline with diagonal faceting that channels light from the table into a structured pavilion, producing scintillation that reads consistently across the girdle. Faceting precision is evident in the symmetry of the pavilion facets and the cleanliness of the crown angles, which together yield a lively return of light despite the citrine family being a warm tone gem. Clarity is graded very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a level that ensures the stone appears visually clean face up while retaining natural character under magnification, and polish is excellent, permitting crisp facet junctions and minimal surface disturbance. Color grading registers as medium intense saturation in a pure golden yellow hue, the saturation balanced so that the stone displays depth without veering into brownish tones, and because this citrine is of natural origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka with no enhancement, its color is stable and inherent, a desirable attribute for collectors and technical buyers who prioritize untreated material.

The mounting strategy is engineered to place the citrine in optimal light, drawing attention deliberately to the center stone through elevation, prong geometry, and an articulated gallery. The stone is secured by four high prongs that meet at the corners of the princess shape, a configuration that both protects the fragile corners and frames the stone to present a larger apparent surface area. The prongs are slim in profile at their tips to reduce metal obstruction to light, and they flare slightly towards the base to distribute stress into the setting body, a subtle engineering choice that enhances long term security. The gallery is open and sculpted, with an arched undercarriage that allows light to enter the pavilion from multiple angles, increasing internal reflection and enhancing perceived brilliance. Shoulders are pierced with an interlaced motif executed in relief, a pattern that acts as negative space to funnel light upward while introducing visual rhythm that directs the eye inward toward the table of the citrine. The overall silhouette uses a modest crown height to avoid excessive elevation that can reduce wearability, yet it retains enough lift so the stone commands attention when viewed face on or in profile.

Craftsmanship is fully expressed in the choice of 14K yellow gold and in the detailing of the band, where hand finishing and machine aided precision meet to produce consistent contours and crisp motif lines. The warm hue of 14K yellow gold is selected to harmonize with the medium intense yellow of the citrine, creating a tone on tone effect that amplifies color saturation without overpowering the gem, and the gold is worked to a high polish on exposed surfaces, contrasting with the satin like interior of the pierced shoulders which emphasize the decorative pattern. Proportions of the shank taper are calculated to support the elevated setting while maintaining comfortable fit and tactile balance on the finger, and internal ring geometry is finished to eliminate sharp edges that can distract from an otherwise refined presentation. For the discerning buyer, this ring from The Natural Gemstone Company represents a considered marriage of gemological quality and jeweler craft, an object that foregrounds the center stone through measured engineering and visible artistry, and it is suitable for those seeking an exemplar of untreated, well cut citrine set in a thoughtfully executed gold mounting. If desired, we can provide additional technical documentation on the citrine including high magnification imaging, light performance notes, and mounting tolerances, to support an informed purchase decision.