Yellow gold brings out the bronze and golden colors inside a smoky quartz pendant. White gold will highlight the brown and grey tones of the gem. Either way, you can't go wrong. The gem in a citrine pendant is considered a harmonious, optimistic, and cheerful stone with the ability to brighten up our hearts darkest places Garnets have ancient connections with feminine life force. A garnet pendant worn close to the heart is said to promote balance and peace of mind.