Vintage Sterling Silver Scottish Citrine Malachite & Carnelian Brooch

A stunning hallmarked antique / vintage sterling silver Scottish finely engraved brooch set with a central large Citrine crystal stone and offset with Malachite and Carnelian gemstones. 2.5" approx and 1.5" width A large and impressive Scottish brooch and in fabulous condition! Please examine all photos VERY CAREFULLY as these are an integral part of the description and the final sale as there is a. Please feel free to ask any questions and to view my other antique and vintage collectables. Citrine / Cairngorms have been popular for thousands of years and used to be revered for its rarity, though that has changed with time. The ancient Romans used it for beautiful jewelry and intaglio work.

It was also very popular for jewelry in the 19th century. During the Art Deco period between World Wars I and II, large citrine's were set in many prized pieces, including the massive and elaborate Art Deco inspired jewellery pieces made for big Hollywood stars such as Greta Garbo and Joan Crawford.

Along with topaz, citrine is a birthstone for November. It's also recognised as the gem that commemorates the thirteenth anniversary. Citrine is rare in nature. In the days before modern gemology, its tawny colour caused it to be confused with topaz. In the contemporary market, citrine's most popular shade is an earthy, deep, brownish or reddish orange. November is such a special month because it has not one, but two birthstones: Topaz and Citrine. Each is unique to itself and provides the option of choosing a cool tone, or warm tones. Topaz comes in a rich, beautiful blue, mimicking the cool winter temperatures. However, it's also available in a wide spectrum of colours from blue to fiery red and orange. Citrine is naturally a warm orange tone, emulating a crackling fireplace or the fading Autumn leaves.