Citrine is a beautiful and versatile gemstone that stands out not only for its appearance but also for its symbolism. It is ideal for those seeking positive energy and a bit of sunshine in their lives.
Citrine is a symbol of happiness, optimism and creativity.
GEM INFORMATION
FEATURES
| MINERAL | Quartz |
| CHEMICAL MARK | SiO2 Oxid Kremičitý |
| COLOR | Žltá | Oranžová |
| REFRACTION INDEX | 11,544 – 1,553 |
| BIREFRINGENCE | 0,009 |
| HARDNESS ACCORDING TO THE MOHS CHART | 7,00 |
| SPECIFIC WEIGHT | 2,65 – 2,91 |
WHY WILL CITRON GET YOU
Citrine is considered one of the most sought-after gemstones with its characteristic lemon yellow color. Due to its beauty and durability, it is often sought after in jewelry, where it is often used in rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings, especially in combination with yellow gold, which emphasizes its warm tone.
The Egyptians called it the sun stone and according to Chinese mythology it is the stone of wisdom. In ancient Greece and Rome, citrine was considered a protective talisman against evil thoughts and misfortune, and in the Middle Ages it was worn to attract wealth and luck.
Citrine was very popular among royalty and aristocracy in the 19th and 20th centuries. Many wore it as a symbol of power and wealth. This symbolism has carried over to the present day as citrine is still known as the "stone of wealth" and is often used by merchants and businessmen as a symbol of prosperity. It is believed to attract abundance, brighten life, dispel negative vibrations and promote vitality.
Citrine is also considered a stone of solar energy and has become a symbol of happiness, optimism, and creativity.
It is associated with signs Gemini, Virgo, Leo and Scorpio.
It is a traditional birthstone for the moon november and is often given as a 13th wedding anniversary gift.
CITRINE AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS
Citrine is a beautiful gemstone known for its warm yellow, golden to brownish hues.
It belongs to the quartz (SiO₂) family and is one of the most sought-after colored gemstones due to its natural beauty. It is very often used in jewelry and combined with yellow gold because it highlights its golden hues.
It is actually silicon dioxide (SiO₂) with impurities of iron (Fe³⁺), which cause its yellow color. The crystal system is trigonal, which is typical for minerals from the quartz group. Its luster is vitreous, with a beautiful shimmering effect. It is characterized by high transparency, mostly without visible inclusions.
The name "citrine" comes from the French word "citron" (lemon), referring to its yellow hue. It has a hardness of 7 (out of 10) on the Mohs scale, meaning it is strong and scratch-resistant, making it a suitable material for everyday jewelry. Its hardness and strength make it very suitable for machining and is therefore often cut into a variety of shapes.
WHAT IS THE MAGIC OF LEMON
The charm of citrine lies in its evoking of solar energy, joy and the ability to attract positive things into life. Its bright yellow hues are reminiscent of the sun's rays, which dispel gloomy thoughts and bring light and warmth into life. It is therefore a stone of optimism and good mood.
It is also considered a "businessman's stone," based on its history of attracting success, financial stability, and new opportunities. Many business people keep it in their wallets or on their desks as a symbol of prosperity.
Citrine, with its cheerful color, awakens inner strength, self-confidence and courage. It helps a person to believe in themselves, not be afraid of challenges and develop creativity. In this way, it can help to achieve inner harmony and peace.
Each citrine is original and its warm shades of yellow, gold and orange will give your jewelry a luxurious and naturally elegant look.
VALUE
The rule for all gemstones is that the quality and value are influenced by color, size, clarity, and whether and how they have been treated.
In terms of size, larger stones are of course significantly more expensive. High-quality citrines are transparent and free of inclusions, and in terms of color, deep, warm gold and orange shades are most valued, such as "Madeira citrine".
Natural citrines are relatively rare and therefore mainly attractive as collectors' items, but they are not as valuable as diamonds or rubies.
Citrine is a beautiful and versatile gemstone that stands out not only for its appearance but also for its symbolism. It is the ideal gemstone for those seeking positive energy and a bit of sunshine in their lives.
However, the most precious citrine will always be the one that brings a little more sunshine and joy to your day.
COLOR
The color spectrum for Citrine includes Light Yellow, Gold, Orange Yellow, Brown Yellow.
The most common types of heat-treated Citrine on the market are natural Citrine, which is extremely rare and valuable.
When it comes to its colors, natural citrine usually has a softer and more uniform shade in pale yellow to golden shades with a brownish tinge, while heat-treated amethyst has intense orange or red hues.
ORIGIN
The main deposits of citrine are located in Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, Spain and the United States.
Most available citrines are the result of heat treatment of amethyst or smoky quartz.
