Citrine

Citrine, also called Citrine Quartz is an amber-colored gemstone. It is a form of quartz with ferric iron impurities, and is rarely found naturally. Most commercial citrine gemstones are in fact artificially heated Amethyst or Smoky Quartz. Brazil is the leading producer of naturally mined citrine gems, with much of its production coming from the state of Rio Grande do Sul.

Citrine gem stone has a hardness of 7 on the Moh scale. Citrine can be easily scratched. Citrine often permanently changes colour if left in the sunlight for several hours. Most Citrine on the market is heat treated amethyst. Citrine is found in Brazil, Madagascar, Spain, USA and the former USSR.

November Birthstone: Modern and Traditional Birthstone Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22): Planetary Stone Citrine is the anniversary gemstone for the 17th year of marriage.

Citrine stones are said to help one connect with Spirit. Citrine is given as a symbol of hope, youth, health, and fidelity. The name "Citrine" is derived from the French word for lemon.

The Citrine is a wonderful gemstone. It helps to manifest your goals. Also keeps one cheerful. It attracts abundance and personal power. Is one of the only gemstones which dissipates negative energy but instead dissipates and transmutes it and never requires cleansing or clearing. The citrine gemstone is known as a “merchant’s stone”, to be placed in cash registers or where business is conducted to not only attract positive wealth but to maintain it. Citrine stimulates the body's own healing energies. It is good for helping to elevate self-esteem and is good for centering. Can help one's memory and can aid in problem solving. Gives one confidence and self-discipline. Excellent for opening the 3rd chakra. Citrine can not hold negative vibes. A good stone for clearing the auras.