Citrine Earrings | Golden Teardrop | November Birthstone | Sterling Silver

The piece

A pair of citrine teardrops that catch the light every time you turn your head. Each stone is set in a sterling silver surround with an open back, so daylight passes straight through the gem rather than bouncing off a solid backing. - The citrine's colour looks alive in these earrings, shifting from pale gold to warm honey depending on the light.

Citrine: the geology and the birthstone

• A variety of quartz, coloured by trace amounts of iron within its crystal structure
• 7 on the Mohs hardness scale - the same as everyday quartz, so a sensible choice for earrings worn often
• Name comes from the old French citron, meaning lemon, a nod to its citrus-yellow tone
• Official birthstone for November
• Traditional gemstone for a 13th wedding anniversary, alongside moonstone

Gemstone meaning

• Known as the "Sunshine Stone" for its bright, warming energy
• Said to be a powerful cleanser, helping to promote concentration and revitalise the mind
• Historically called the "merchant's stone" — 18th and 19th-century traders reportedly kept a piece in the till, believing it encouraged trade and good fortune

Why buy from Hepburn & Hughes

• Eco-friendly jewellery box, plastic-free packaging, and a certificate of authenticity with every order
• Sterling silver polishing cloth and care information included
  
• 30-day returns
• Gift wrapping with a handwritten message available

See our full Citrine collection here - including matching pendants. 

Gemstone: Citrine
Material: Sterling Silver
Birthstone: November
Shape: Teardrop
Colour: Yellow
Gemstones Size:
Small: 10mm x 8mm (L x W)
Large: 15mm x 10mm (L x W)
Earring Style: Earwire for pierced ears

Citrine, with it’s beautiful autumnal hues, is the birthstone for November.

It is also the 13th wedding anniversary gift (along with Moonstone)

Citrine is the Sunshine stone, renowned for its bright and warming energy.

It is said to be a powerful cleanser and helps to promote concentration, revitalising the mind.

Citrine is the yellow variety of quartz and the name comes from the old French word for lemon

• An eco jewellery box
• Sterling silver polishing cloth
• Care information
• Plastic-free packaging
• Certificate of authenticity/information card
• Free 18" sterling silver chain with every pendant purchased (Harmony balls come with a 30" chain)

In order to protect your Hepburn & Hughes jewellery and ensure that it always looks as good as new, we advise you to follow these steps.

• Use the cleaning cloth provided to clean and polish your silver. This lint-free cloth is chemically treated to improve the silver's lustre and shine and can be used for light, regular cleanings to remove tarnishing. 
• Avoid contact with perfume, skin creams, hairspray and chlorine.

• Gift wrapping for all jewellery items £4.99.
• Includes: Hepburn & Hughes gift bag
• Greeting card
• Handwritten message of your choice

Select 'Gift wrap this item' and complete your message.

Please note that the cost of gift wrapping is non-refundable.

UK orders

All orders are dispatched within 1-2 business days.

Royal Mail Tracked48: £2.99 for orders under £70, free for orders over £70.

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International Orders

All orders are sent fully tracked within 1-2 business days.

Delivery schedules are based on Royal Mail guidance and are not guaranteed.

Please note: We do not collect local taxes and import duty on overseas orders – customs charges may be charged to the recipient.

*For more information please visit our shipping policy.

Returns

Returns are accepted for 30 days from purchase date. Please visit our refund page for more information.