Citrine is a yellow variety of quartz, and its name comes from the word "lemon" in Old French. The colors range from transparent light yellow, pure yellow, orange-yellow, olive yellow to golden yellow.
Among them, saturated yellow to reddish orange without brown tones is the best color for citrine, because its color is rich and mellow, giving people a royal and noble feeling.
Since ancient times, citrine has been a popular decorative gem. Its warm color is said to be a gift from the sun, making this golden gem a perfect choice to brighten the usually cold autumn.
Origin of Citrine
Natural citrine is generally less distributed in nature, and its main production areas are Brazil, Madagascar, Uruguay, etc. Among them, Brazilian citrine is more famous, with bright body color and few impurities, and is deeply loved by crystal lovers and collectors.
Facts about Citrine
1. Citrine is often mistaken for yellow topaz, a type of quartz.
2. Natural citrine is rare, and most citrine on the market is heat-treated amethyst or smoky quartz. The largest citrine found weighs 20,200 carats and is now on display at the Smithsonian Institution.
3. Ancient civilizations, including the Greeks and Romans, believed that citrine could ward off evil and snake venom.
4. Citrine is associated with the signs of Aries, Gemini, Leo and Libra.
Citrine's Function
1. Attract wealth and balance abundant energy
It has a regulating effect on the success of career and wealth; it promotes the integration and balance of body, mind and spirit.
2. Clearing energy
It helps to eliminate negative energy of the body and mind, relieve stress, anxiety and tension, and enhance overall positive energy and emotional state;
3. Cognitive enhancement
It symbolizes confidence and courage, can help build confidence, eliminate inner doubts and fears, and inspire positive thinking and actions;
4. Manifesting wisdom
It can stimulate and regulate brain activity, help improve attention, concentration and memory, and clear confusion and confusion in thinking;
Wearing Citrine
According to the principle of "left in and right out", citrine is suitable for wearing on the left hand!
Citrine is more versatile and is suitable for matching with white crystal, amethyst, tiger's eye stone and lapis lazuli, the effect will be better!
Citrine maintenance
1. Avoid strong light
When purifying citrine, you cannot use sunlight exposure. Strong light will cause certain damage to its surface, causing it to fade or lose its luster.
2. Avoid collision
When cleaning or doing some outdoor sports, remember to take down the citrine or protect it to prevent cracks.