ITEM No. 70

Smokey topaz + bright citrine Swarovski crystals sparkle on a saffron ombré lucite cuff. Eco-chic faux coral highlights the mid-century star motif.

Originally a brooch.

Schoffel & Company, 1950

Austria

Bracelet

Unknown Maker, 1980s

Meaning + Symbolism

Citrine cleanses chakras and opens intuition. Late 18th-century Europeans believed citrine held magical powers against evil thoughts and snake venom. Chinese legend proclaims citrine to be the "Stone of Success," responsible for broadening the mind and producing thoughts of abundance. Citrine + topaz are November birthstones and citrine is the 13th wedding anniversary gemstone.

No evil eye here! Coral is a protective stone, worn by ancient Egyptians and modern-day Italians to safeguard against negativity, evil spirits + intentions.