Citrine jewelry

About citrine

Citrine is a a yellow to orange variety of quartz, with most material on the market produced by heat-treating amethyst rated 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, Citrine rates 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, the same as all quartz varieties. For context, a steel nail is roughly 6.5, sapphire is 9, and diamond is 10. At 7, citrine handles regular wear well in any style of jewelry. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and avoid prolonged exposure to high heat, which can fade or alter the color.. Its color ranges from yellow to golden orange, ranging from pale lemon to deep amber, with the most prized stones showing a clear, saturated golden tone, with the most prized stones showing even saturation and high clarity.

Citrine takes its name from the French citron, meaning lemon. Natural citrine is rare; most citrine on the market is produced by heat-treating amethyst or smoky quartz, a practice that has been refined since the 18th century. The Romans used citrine in jewelry, and it became especially popular in Art Deco pieces in the 1920s and 1930s. Major sources include Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, and Bolivia.

Historically, citrine has been associated with abundance, optimism, and creative energy. In crystal healing and metaphysical traditions, citrine is associated with the Solar Plexus Chakra. It is linked to confidence, manifestation, and a sunny outlook. Practitioners often call it the merchant's stone, used to attract prosperity and motivation, themes that align with November's harvest energy and end-of-year momentum.