CITRINE

Citrine is the yellow variety of quartz, and its name comes from the Old French word for lemon.

While citrine is widely available in the jewelry market, natural citrine remains a rarity. It’s an uncommon occurrence in nature.

It is a popular gemstone, particularly for jewelry, and is sometimes referred to as the “merchant’s stone” or “money stone” due to its association with wealth and prosperity.

Key features of citrine:
Color: Ranges from pale yellow to deep orange, with the color caused by traces of iron in the quartz structure.

It is durable but still vulnerable to chipping.

Origin: Brazil is a leading producer, with other sources including Bolivia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and more.

Treatments: Many citrines on the market are heat-treated amethysts, with smoky quartz sometimes also being heat-treated or irradiated to create citrine-like colors.

Usage: Used in jewelry, carvings, and as a gemstone for its positive energy and association with abundance.

Birthstone: Citrine is a birthstone for November.

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