Yellow Gemstones that will Capture Your Heart!

Yellow gemstones are commonly featured in a wide variety of jewelry. Their various hues can range from brownish yellow to pure yellow to an almost orange color. There is also a flourishing sector of yellow gemstones that are created in labs, which offer more affordable alternatives to authentic gems. In terms of popularity, yellow topaz is the most sought after type of yellow gemstones; however, citrine and yellow diamonds do follow a close second. Each different type of stone has its own unique qualities to offer the wearer. Some of the more prevalent forms of yellow gemstones include:

 Citrine – Citrine is a variety of quartz. Naturally occurring citrines are quite rare, and most stones on the market are actually heat treated amethysts or smoky quartz. It is almost impossible to tell citrine and yellow topaz apart from one another visually, but they do differ in terms of hardness. Citrine is the birthstone for the month of November, and it is also referred to as ametrine.
 Yellow Topaz – Yellow topaz obtains its color from impurities found within the stone. These yellow gemstones are often heat treated and irradiated in order to produce a more desirable color. The stone can be found all across the world, from the United States to Russia. The largest yellow topaz ever discovered measured 157.75 carats, and it now resides in a museum.
Yellow Diamonds – With these yellow gemstones, nitrogen, located in the diamond, is responsible for producing its yellow colors. As with their purer counterparts, yellow diamonds are prized for their durability and toughness. One of the most famous examples of this type of stone is the Tiffany Yellow Diamond, which measures 128.4 carats and features approximately 90 facets.
 Chrysoberyls – Chrysoberyls, which should not be confused with beryls, is formed by a combination of molten magma and water. The presence of iron is what gives the stone its yellow to yellow green hues. It was quite popular in the use of jewelry during the Edwardian and Victorian eras.
 Yellow Garnet – Yellow garnets can be located in different parts of the United States, as well as in Turkey and Russia. It is available in a wide range of colors, and the stone’s light transmission properties are what determine its exact color. On the Mohs Scale, the yellow garnet ranges from a 6.5 to a 7.5 in terms of hardness and durability.