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Citrine Facts

Citrine - "The symbol of Wisdom and Peace"

Stone History

At the end of 4th to the end of 1st centaury BC the Citrine gemstone which was been used by the Greece people since the Hellenistic period. 

Description

Citrine is a gemstone which is transparent, coarse-grained variety of the silica mineral quartz. Citrine is a semiprecious gem that is treasured for its yellow to brownish color and it is similar to the rarer topaz.

Natural citrine is rare compared to amethyst or smoky quartz, both of which are often heated to turn their natural color into that of citrine.

Color

Citrine color ranges from Pale yellow to a Madeira orange in all of its magnificent golden and yellow colors. The yellow color is from the presence of iron, the darker the color - the higher the grade.

Citrine as Birthstone

Citrine is considered to be the birthstone for the zodiac sign Scorpios (Scorpion) Oct 24-Nov 21. Its an anniversary gemstone for the 17th year of marriage.

Therapeutic ability

Citrine which is helpful in the treatment of depression, it also eliminates self-destructive tendencies. Citrine is said to stimulate memory.

It aids digestion, and removes toxins from the body. Citrine is a good healing stone, especially for heart, kidney and liver. It is very much helpful in fighting diabetes.

Books on Citrine:

Descriptions of Gem Materials
Third Edition Revised by Glenn and Martha Vargas

Descriptions of Gem Materials is a complete reference on natural and man-made gem materials for gem cutters, gemologists and all others with an interest in gemstones. It provides a basis for gem identification and prepares the cutter for what may be expected when crabbing, carving or faceting a particular material. It covers the physical and optical properties for 346 distinct natural minerals and 56 man-made gems, more than 550 gem materials in all. Included are complete sets of tables for hardness, specific gravity and refractive index and information on common inclusions for each mineral. A complete list of varietals, alternate and incorrect names is presented and the pronunciation and derivation of gem names is provided.