The Wind & The Sun - Vintage Bespoke 10K Gold Fancy 'Kite Shaped' Lemon Quartz (Citrine) Pendant & Chain (VP212)

The Wind & The Sun - Vintage Bespoke 10K Gold Fancy 'Kite Shaped' Lemon Quartz (Citrine) Pendant & Chain.  This one-of-a-kind pendant is crafted from 10K yellow gold, tested and confirmed. The chain is also crafted from 10K yellow gold, hallmarked 10K, and Italy. The pendant features a natural kite shaped lemon quartz, vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this pendant is hand-made and showcases wonderful detail on the sides off the bezel. The beautiful lemon quartz is an unusual fancy kite shaped gem, displaying a gorgeous intense lemon color with a yellowish/green hue. The lemon quartz is securely set into the bezel, and held with substantial claws. The bale is solid and substantial, which aesthetically looks perfect with the elegant lemon drop. The chain is a box link design, which features a secure spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This vintage pendant is unique and looks stunning when worn, truly a wonderful addition to any vintage jewel collection. 

Comments: Stunning and unique versatile piece, which can be worn with casual or formal attire. Beautiful and rare fancy kite cut lemon quartz. 

Note: Appraisal included with the pendant & Chain.  Appraised at $2100.00 (Tax Excluded) 

History: The only difference between Citrine and Lemon Quartz is in the saturation and tone of their colour. Many gem dealers do not even separate the two and use the name Citrine for all yellow Quartz. The gem looks vibrant when set into yellow gold, the warm tones truly allows this piece to be a stand-out! 

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

The Wind, representing coercion and external force, blows fiercely, attempting to rip the cloak from the traveler's back. However, the harder the Wind blows, the tighter the traveler clings to his garment. Then it's the Sun's turn. Instead of forceful gusts, the Sun radiates warmth and kindness.

Kite shaped gemstones have a rich history dating back to the Art Deco period of the 1920s and 1930s. During this time, there was a focus on geometric shapes and bold, angular lines in jewelry design, which led to the popularity of the kite shape in engagement rings.

Skilled artisans carefully shape these gems to maximize their brilliance. The cutting process involves precise angles and facets. The kite shape emerged as a symbol of creativity and uniqueness.

Measurements: Pendant 35.00 mm x 15.50 mm     Chain: 18" 

Stone Size: Lemon Quartz (Citrine) 8.53 carats 

Weight: 7.74 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: Pendant , Canada       Chain: Italy 

Date: Circa 1970