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 Citrine Citrine is a variety of quartz and colors range from pale yellow to yellowish-brown and "Madeira" red. The most popular fashion colors are the vivid yellows and oranges. It is often mistaken for yellow or golden topaz. |
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| Citrine is plentiful. Beautiful gems in large sizes are available. Citrine is a popular gemstone and stands up well to daily wear. Its earthy tones complement many wardrobes. Citrine also looks good when combined with amethyst, blue topaz or pink tourmaline in jewelry. | ||
| Citrine is one of the accepted birthstones for November, as well as the suggested anniversary gemstone for the 13th year of marriage. | ||
| Citrine's name is derived from "citron", a lemon-like fruit. People once carried citrine as a protective talisman against the plague, bad skin and evil thoughts. It was also used as a charm against the bites of snakes and other venomous reptiles. | ||
| To clean, immerse in a jewelry cleaner or in lukewarm soapy water and use a small bristle brush. Care should be taken to protect it from scratches and sharp blows. Avoid heat. | ||
| When mined, citrines were either amethysts or other quartz family members. Long ago, it was discovered that heating these gemstones produced various permanent color from pale yellows to "Madeira" red. | ||
| Citrine is found mainly in Brazil | ||
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