Birthstone November Citrine Initial Necklace in Yellow Gold VermeilNovember's stone is the stone of the sun. The ancient Greeks believed citrine was linked to Apollo that carrying a golden stone was an invitation to his favour, bringing eloquence, brilliance, and light. Merchants carried it in their coin pouches for centuries, convinced it drew prosperity towards them. In 17th century Scotland, weapon makers set citrine into dagger handles sometimes carving an entire handle from a single crystal. Queen Victoria wore

Not magic - though it felt like it

a quiet reminder that you always know which way to go - even when the path isn't clear

almost as large as an ostrich egg

each necklace features a beautifully hand-engraved scrolled initial

Merchants carried it in their coin pouches for centuries

the kind you put on and forget you're wearing until someone asks about it

Also available in solid 9ct gold

Its name comes straight from the Latin - aqua marina

compasses guided voyagers through unknown seas - believed to bring protection and safe passage to those who carried them

derived from the Latin "aqua marinus"

That the blue above us - every clear morning

eternal affection