![]() ![]() ![]() It won't immediately take offence at being knocked about either, since its cleavage properties are non-existent. Like all crystal quartzes, the citrine has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale and is thus, to a large extent, insensitive to scratches. The name is derived from the colour - the yellow of the lemon -, although the most sought-after stones have a clear, radiant yellowish to brownish red. And it does so at prices which are by no means unaffordable. However, the citrine is a member of the large quartz family, a family which, with its multitude of colours and very various structures, offers gemstone lovers almost everything their hearts desire in terms of adornment and decoration, from absolutely clear rock crystal to black onyx. Thus the history of the citrine is closely interwoven with that of the topaz, and coincides with it completely when it comes to the interpretation of alleged miraculous powers. Many people have come to know and love this stone under the name gold topaz, or Madeira or Spanish topaz, although in actual fact it has very little in common with the higher-quality gemstone topaz - except for a few nuances of colour. Interestingly, a popular gemstone on the market is a mixture of half amethyst and half citrine and is given the name ametrine, made by heating an amethyst until it turns into citrine, then irradiating a part of the resulting crystal or gemstone to convert that portion back to amethyst.Ĭitrine, the stone for the month of November. Citrine made by heating amethyst may be returned to a purple color by bombarding it with beta radiation. Much of the natural citrine may have started out as amethyst but heat from nearby magmatic bodies may have caused the change to citrine. Citrines whose colors have been produced by artificial means tend to have much more of an orange or reddish caste than those found in nature, which are usually a pale yellow. Specimens of low grade, inexpensive amethyst or smoky quartz are often cooked at high temperatures to produce the more profitable orange yellow citrine. Most citrines on the market have been heat treated. Although often cut as a gemstone, citrine is actually somewhat rare in nature. It also helps in cleansing, balancing and aligning our chakras.Citrine is any quartz crystal or cluster that is yellow or orange in color. It is an excellent stone for both protecting our Aura and for balancing our Yin-Yang energy. It also stimulates concentration and focus making it a good stone to aid study.Ĭitrine stimulates the awakening of our mind and helps us in contacting the higher forces of intelligence. Citrine stimulates our motivation, creativity, imagination, self esteem and self confidence. It helps us to share more, to be less sensitive to criticism, and helps us with problem solving. Citrine is good for resolving family arguments. It brings us both the joy of new experiences and joy in our life. It helps us to develop a more positive attitude to life and to look forward to things more optimistically. It is a happy stone that encourages smiling and laughter and one which helps us to "feel sunny" all the time. Citrine is also said to relieve constipation and to help with menstrual problems and with hot flushes.Ĭitrine is an excellent stone for helping us to overcome depression, fear, anger and phobias. It helps to activate the thymus and to balance the thyroid. Indeed, if a piece is placed in your purse or cash box, it is said that it will help to generate income! Citrine is said to help with digestion problems and problems of the spleen, bladder, pancreas and kidneys. We offer these for sale, however, as many people like these heat treated stones.Ĭrystal Healing Properties, Metaphysical and Gemstone MeaningĬitrine has long been called "The Merchants Stone" or "The Stone of Abundance" as it helps to attract to us, money, success, wealth and prosperity. These are heat treated Amethyst and they are easy to tell apart from real natural Citrine as the colouring is much more of an intense "barley sugar" yellow and they also show white patches on each stone. The majority of Citrine Tumble Stones offered for sale today, will look just like these stones. ![]()
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