I live on the coast. I have a rocky shore. A thousand feet away is a world-famous light house. When the sun goes down and the fog settles in, the yellow light sweeps the sea and touches the land on either side and fog horns warn. It’s about keeping ships safe. It’s about saving lives. The light captures a slice of the day’s sun and use it at night. This too is not only a second change but a new shore, new port and a new beginning.
Why Acquire This Gem?
It is a new day. It is you opening to a fresh start. The gem is the sun; it’s warm; it’s yellow. The gem is a welcome to your new day.
About the Gem
Atlantic Sunrise Citrine is a special gem. Its golden color echoes the colors of the rising sun. Sunrise is the welcome to a new day. Yellow is a healthy, happy gem color. It’s a color that makes you smile at the breakfast table every day over a fresh glass of orange juice.
Citrine is one of the most loved varieties of quartz, treasured for its warm shades ranging from pale honey-yellow to rich amber gold. Its name comes from the French word citron, meaning lemon, a fitting tribute to its bright and cheerful color. Natural citrine is relatively rare, and throughout history it has been admired for its sunny brilliance and remarkable clarity.
The beauty of citrine lies not only in its color, but also in the way it captures and reflects light. Fine citrine gems often appear to glow from within, creating a lively sparkle that feels warm and inviting. Because quartz is a durable gemstone, citrine is well suited for everyday jewelry, allowing its radiant beauty to be enjoyed for years to come.
For centuries, citrine has been associated with joy, optimism, and abundance. During the Victorian era, citrine jewelry became especially popular in Europe, where its golden tones complemented both formal and everyday fashion. Today, citrine continues to be admired for its uplifting appearance and timeless elegance.
Why We Love This Necklace
It’s like a secret sunrise. The gem is big; it’s the sun 10-15 minutes into rising. It’s an amber-yellow gem. A warm, happy sunrise suggests a really good day is ahead. The top of the gem has a checkerboard pattern which makes it super brilliant. Then, it’s framed in a big halo of bright, white, sparkly diamonds. The necklace has an articulated diamond bail. The chain slides through freely; at 18 inches, your secret sunrise lands two inches from your heart.
Yes, today we have two because we really like the spirit of this piece.
