Warm stones are rarer than they should be. The Victoria centers a natural citrine oval — honey-gold, transparent, and genuinely sunny — inside a vintage art deco frame of simulated diamonds in solid 925 sterling silver. Gold light against white metal is the whole idea: the contrast keeps the color vivid instead of letting it sink into a matching setting.
Natural Citrine
Solid 925 Sterling Silver
Vintage Art Deco
November Birthstone
Nickel-Free
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A Natural Golden Quartz
Citrine is the yellow-to-amber variety of quartz, colored by trace iron and named for the citron fruit. This center stone is natural, cut as a 7.0 x 5.0 mm oval, and sits at 7 on the Mohs scale — the same hardness as every quartz, which is enough for a ring you wear often. Its transparency is what sets it apart from the opaque warm stones: light passes straight through and comes back gold. Our citrine meaning feature covers the symbolism, and our citrine engagement ring guide walks through how it wears day to day.
Why the Silver Setting Matters Here
The instinct with a golden stone is to set it in golden metal. It is usually the wrong call — matched warmth flattens the stone and the ring reads as one indistinct color. A bright white frame does the opposite: it defines the edge of the oval, throws cool light against the warm center, and makes the gold look like a deliberate choice rather than a default. That contrast is the reason this design works. See the range in citrine rings and the wider citrine jewelry edit.
November’s Warm Gem
Citrine is one of November’s two birthstones, sharing the month with topaz — which is why it turns up so often as a late-autumn birthday gift. If you are choosing between the two, the difference is mostly one of temperature and price: our topaz versus citrine comparison lays it out, and the full November birthstone guide covers both. More November pieces live in our November birthstone collection.
Solid 925 Sterling Silver, Finished in Rhodium
The setting is solid 925 sterling silver — 92.5% pure silver, the international standard for fine silver jewelry — carrying a rhodium finish. Rhodium is a bright white metal from the platinum family; the finish gives the silver a mirror-white luster and adds a protective layer over the surface. The art deco frame holds a slim band of approximately 1.6 mm with worked detail at the shoulders, so a decorative design still sits comfortably alongside a wedding band. Browse the finish across other pieces in sterling silver rings.
Specifications
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Metal Solid 925 sterling silver with a rhodium finish
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Center stone Natural citrine
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Center cut Oval
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Gem size 7.0 x 5.0 mm
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Carat weight 0.75 ct. (approx.)
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Hardness 7 on the Mohs scale
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Accent stones Simulated diamonds (CZ)
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Band width Approx. 1.6 mm
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Skin-friendly Nickel-free and hypoallergenic
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Packaging Gift-ready ring box
Sizing & Care
Order in your exact size — our find-your-size guide shows you how to measure at home in a few minutes. Citrine is 7 on the Mohs scale, so it handles regular wear but appreciates the usual habits: remove the ring for the gym, gardening, and housework, keep it away from harsh chemicals and ultrasonic machines, and clean it with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth. One extra note for citrine specifically — prolonged strong sunlight and high heat are best avoided, so store it out of a sunny window. Our guide to cleaning sterling silver covers the metal. Ships free within the USA in a gift-ready ring box.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the citrine natural?
Yes. The center stone is a natural citrine — the golden variety of quartz, colored by trace iron — cut as a 7.0 x 5.0 mm oval.
What color is citrine?
It ranges from pale lemon to deep honey-amber. This stone reads as a warm transparent gold, bright enough to catch attention without tipping into orange.
How durable is citrine?
It is 7 on the Mohs scale, the same as all quartz. That is comfortably hard enough for a ring worn regularly, provided you take it off for impact-heavy tasks.
What does 925 sterling silver mean?
It means the metal is 92.5% pure silver alloyed for strength — the international standard for fine silver jewelry. This ring is solid 925 sterling silver throughout, not a coating over a base metal.
What is the rhodium finish?
Rhodium is a bright white metal from the platinum family. Every Aquamarise sterling silver ring is finished with it, which gives the silver a mirror-white luster and adds a protective layer over the surface.
Are the accent stones real diamonds?
They are simulated diamonds, also called cubic zirconia or CZ. Their cool white sparkle is what makes the warm center stone stand out rather than blend in.
Is citrine a birthstone?
Yes — citrine is one of November’s two birthstones, alongside topaz. It is also a traditional gift for a thirteenth wedding anniversary.
Why set a gold-colored stone in silver?
Contrast. A warm stone in warm metal tends to blur into a single tone, while a bright white frame defines the oval and keeps the gold looking deliberate and vivid.
How big is the center stone?
The oval measures 7.0 x 5.0 mm, roughly 0.75 carat by weight — a clear focal point that still sits comfortably under a sleeve.
Should I keep it out of sunlight?
It is worth doing. Like many quartz gems, citrine is happiest away from prolonged strong sunlight and high heat, so store it somewhere shaded rather than on a sunny windowsill.
Is this ring safe for sensitive skin?
Yes. It is nickel-free and hypoallergenic, and the rhodium finish adds another barrier between your skin and the metal beneath.
Does this work as a promise ring?
It does. Citrine’s associations with warmth and optimism make it a popular promise ring, anniversary gift, and November birthday present as well as a proposal ring.
How should I clean the ring?
Warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft brush, then rinse and dry fully. Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners and household chemicals.
What is included with my order?
Free USA shipping and a gift-ready ring box, so the ring arrives ready to give with nothing else to buy.
