Warm citrine circle studs land on the lobe like little suns, their rays shooting down into the enamel drops below. That's the visual logic of these earrings, and it's a good one: the citrine at the top brings a burst of golden warmth, and the yellow-orange enamel below extends that warmth downward in a long, graphic line. Then the darkened silver steps in, cooling the otherwise heated tones and doing the compositional work that keeps the whole thing from feeling like too much sun at once.
This is a Jensen piece, and it has that signature old-but-new quality that the Jensens consistently produce: sculptural without being stiff, sunlit without being obvious, and effortlessly wearable in a way that belies how much thought went into it. The citrine catches light at the top of the drop with a brilliance that the flat, opaque enamel below deliberately does not try to match. That contrast between transparent gem and graphic enamel, between the stone's faceted shimmer and the enamel's glossy saturation, is what gives these earrings their particular depth.
Cold Hard Facts:
- metal: oxidized sterling silver + 22K yellow gold
- center gems: citrine 3.72ctw
- drop materials: enamel
- dimensions: approx. 2 3/4" x 1/2"
- type: 18K yellow gold friction post + sterling silver friction backs
FAQ
Will the color look exactly as it does on my screen?
These earrings combine two warm, saturated elements, faceted citrine and yellow-orange enamel, that behave very differently with light. The citrine is transparent and faceted, so its golden warmth shifts with the angle and the light source in ways a product photo can suggest but not fully capture. The enamel is opaque and glossy, reading differently in direct light versus ambient light, and differently again across monitors, browsers, and device screens. If you want a better look before deciding, reach out and we will help.
Are these earrings heavy?
The drop is approximately 2.75 inches, which sounds like a lot until you consider that enamel is a lightweight material and the overall construction is well-balanced from lobe to tip. The 18K yellow gold friction posts and sterling silver friction backs keep them secure without adding unnecessary weight at the top. Most people find earrings in this format more comfortable for extended wear than the length initially suggests.
What is the enamel color, exactly?
The enamel drops are yellow-orange, extending the warm, golden color story of the citrine downward in a more graphic, opaque form. Think of it as the citrine's shadow: the same family of warmth, rendered differently.
Who are the Jensens?
The Jensens are the design duo behind this pair and the blue topaz enamel version in our collection. Their work has a recognizable point of view: material contrasts handled with real fluency, color used with confidence, and a construction quality that supports the ambition of the design. The old-but-new quality their pieces consistently produce comes from a genuine understanding of jewelry history combined with a distinctly contemporary eye. We carry their work because it meets our standard for both originality and craft.
How do I style these?
Simple necklines give them the most room. A clean crew neck, an open collar, a strapless neckline: anything that clears the neck lets the full drop read as intended. The warm palette, citrine, yellow-orange enamel, and gold, works particularly well against deeper skin tones and autumnal wardrobes, though the oxidized silver keeps it from being season-specific. They also layer naturally with other warm-toned pieces if you are working with multiple ear piercings.
Can Alara help me if I am not in Bozeman, Montana?
Yes, and we do it regularly. Phone, email, video chat, webchat: we are set up to help wherever you are. For earrings with this much color and material complexity, a conversation or a better look in different lighting is often worth the few minutes it takes.
