Citrine
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Citrine
Citrine is a popular, transparent yellow-to-orange variety of quartz. As the traditional November birthstone, its name derives from the Old French word for "lemon". Valued for its sunny hue and durability (7 on the Mohs hardness scale), it has been prized in jewelry since ancient times.
Key Characteristics & Origins
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- Color: Ranges from pale yellow and bright lemon to deep amber and brownish-orange.
- Origin: Natural citrine is rare and typically found in Brazil, Russia, and Madagascar.
- Market Availability: Most commercial citrine is actually heat-treated amethyst or smoky quartz, which produces a vibrant, burnt-orange color.
- Symbolism: Often associated with positivity, prosperity, and imaginative energy, it was historically carried as a protective talisman.