Lemon Quartz
$45.00
Item number:
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Lemon Quartz From India 1.07 CT
Lemon quartz is a brilliant, transparent macrocrystalline quartz prized for its vibrant yellow color. Primarily sourced from Brazil, this gemstone is renowned for its sunny hue and excellent brilliance when faceted.
Key Properties & Characteristics
- Color: Ranges from pale pastel yellow to a rich, bright, golden-yellow, occasionally with a slight greenish tinge.
- Creation: While natural yellow quartz occurs, most commercial lemon quartz is created through the irradiation and heat treatment of clear quartz or amethyst. [1, 2]
- Durability: Rates a 7 on the Mohs Hardness scale, making it highly suitable for everyday jewelry like rings and earrings.
- Distinction from Citrine: While both are yellow stones, citrine typically features darker orange and brownish tones, whereas lemon quartz has a brighter, sunnier, or sometimes greenish-yellow tint.
Care Instructions
Clean lemon quartz using warm, soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid harsh chemicals, steam cleaning, and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, as intense heat or UV rays can fade the stone's color over time.
Metaphysical Beliefs
In crystal healing and folklore, lemon quartz is associated with the solar plexus chakra. Practitioners believe it helps to dispel negativity, filter out distractions, reduce anxiety, and promote mental clarity, communication, and happiness.