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Citrine
Citrine is a yellow variety of quartz (much commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst), usually golden yellow to amber. Citrine is known in folklore as the 'merchant's stone' and is traditionally kept near a till or cash box as a symbol of prosperity.
Key facts
| Colour | golden yellow to amber |
|---|---|
| What it is | a yellow variety of quartz (much commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst) |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 7 |
| Typical sources | Brazil and Madagascar |
| Chakra (tradition) | solar plexus |
| Star signs (tradition) | Gemini, Aries and Leo |
Traditions and folklore
Citrine is known in folklore as the 'merchant's stone' and is traditionally kept near a till or cash box as a symbol of prosperity.
Citrine is a traditional November birthstone.
Often paired with pyrite or green aventurine.
Care
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. Keep out of strong sunlight to preserve its colour.
Natural quartz; much citrine on the market is heat-treated amethyst.
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Citrine: questions answered
What is Citrine?
Citrine is a yellow variety of quartz (much commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst). It is usually golden yellow to amber.
What is Citrine traditionally associated with?
Citrine is known in folklore as the 'merchant's stone' and is traditionally kept near a till or cash box as a symbol of prosperity. These are traditional and spiritual associations, not health claims.
How do I care for Citrine?
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. Keep out of strong sunlight to preserve its colour.
Which star signs is Citrine linked with?
In modern crystal tradition citrine is linked with Gemini, Aries and Leo.
Where does Citrine come from?
It is typically sourced from Brazil and Madagascar.