The gemstone designated as the November Birthstone is none other than citrine, a gem that radiates the autumnal colors of the November season. The name “November” has been derived from the Latin word “novem”, which means "nine”. This was so because back in the older Roman calendar, November was the ninth month. The first birthstone list was created back in the 1st and 5th centuries which was inspired by biblical lists of twelve gemstones. During that time, Topaz used to be the designated November birthstone. The ancient Roman priests often wore carved citrine rings. The ancient Egyptians associated the November birthstone, citrine, with the Sun god, Ra, and the Goddess of War, Sekhmet. The Chinese emperors used to wear citrine jewelry to attract prosperity and broaden their minds. The Scottish soldiers and mercenaries often put citrine on their weapons.