Men's Citrine Ring 4.91 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

This men s ring from The Natural Gemstone Company centers on a transparent 4.91 carat marquise citrine, presenting dimensions of 18.25 by 8.81 by 5.60 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style to optimize both color and light return. The stone exhibits a yellowish orange hue with intense color saturation, and the clarity is graded as very slightly included at eye level, indicating inclusions that do not compromise visual performance when set. The facet finish has an excellent polish, producing crisp facet junctions and lively facet contrast across the table and crown. The citrine is heat treated, a stable enhancement commonly applied to quartz to deepen tone and remove brownish undertones, and the material is reported to originate from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source known for producing warm, saturated citrines and complementary yellow sapphires. The gem s marquise outline has been proportioned to a length to width ratio of approximately 2.07 to 1, a classical proportion that balances elongated presence with strong optical performance for a masculine finger.

The mixed brilliant faceting employed in this marquise marries a brilliant crown with a more pavilion oriented to both brilliant and modified facets, creating a controlled scintillation pattern that mitigates windowing and maximizes apparent color. The crown facets are arranged to preserve table presence while directing light into the pavilion where carefully planned pavilion facets return dispersion and flash. The marquise silhouette produces distinctive keel line reflections along the center, and the faceting pattern has been executed to maintain symmetry between the two pointed ends, a critical factor for marquise stability and for avoiding optical bow tie effects. The very slightly included clarity grade means that inclusions are minute under 10 power loupe and not readily visible to the naked eye, allowing the intense color to remain the dominant visual attribute. The excellent polish contributes to superior return of light and reduces surface negativing, so that both brilliance and fire are evident even under softer daylight sources.

The mounting is crafted entirely in 18 karat yellow gold, with a high polish finish and a restrained architectural gallery that both protects the marquise points and allows light to enter the pavilion for optimum performance. The bezel like rim around the crown is slim but robust, offering physical protection for the vulnerable tips while presenting a continuous metal silhouette that reads as masculine and uncluttered on the hand. Below the bezel, the open under gallery incorporates structural cross rails and minimal prong seating, a technique that provides support without closing off light, and the shank broadens gently into a substantial shoulder to balance the scale of the larger stone. This approach to setting draws clear parallels to historic navette and marquise mountings associated with late 18th and early 19th century European court jewelry, where elongated stones were often secured with protective rim work and a restrained open gallery to celebrate the stone s shape. At the same time the ring references the streamlined, geometric restraint of Art Deco gentleman s rings, where strong metal lines and careful proportioning were used to emphasize the gem and integrate it into a bold yet wearable silhouette. The effect is a contemporary interpretation of those classical setting philosophies, calibrated for modern daily wear.

In execution the ring demonstrates considered craftsmanship, from the precisely milled bezel seat to the even thickness of the bezel wall and the mirror polish that unifies gem and metal, a finish achieved through meticulous hand finishing and polishing stages. The choice of 18 karat yellow gold contributes warmth that synergizes with the citrine s yellowish orange tone, enhancing perceived saturation without overpowering the gem s natural fire. For care and longevity avoid prolonged exposure to strong acids or solvents, remove the ring before heavy manual work, and avoid sharp thermal shock despite the stability of heat treatment. Routine cleaning in warm soapy water with a soft brush is sufficient to maintain brilliance, and professional inspection of the bezel and gallery is recommended periodically to ensure continued security of the marquise points. The Natural Gemstone Company can provide certification details, bespoke sizing and additional finishing options on request, and our technicians can advise on engraving and hallmarking while preserving the gem s integrity. This ring is a study in proportion and engineering, combining a museum inspired sensibility with modern goldsmithing techniques, delivering a piece that performs technically while making a clear stylistic statement.