CITRINE
Success & growth
Citrine is a yellow variety of quartz, characterized by its warm, yellow undertones. The warm undertone separates it from Lemon Quartz, which has a cool, green undertone.
NOVEMBER'S BIRTHSTONE
Citrine is November's birthstone, alongside the Blue Topaz, and are also the birthstones for the zodiacs Scorpio & Sagittarius. Each month has its own unique gemstone to represent it. Carrying your birthstone is said to bring good luck. You can carry your birthstone as a good luck amulet, or your loved ones’ birthstone as a symbol of love.
SYMBOLISM
Citrine is the gemstone for success, enthusiasm, generosity, and self-esteem. It’s also said to be a great gemstone for motivation and growth. Therefore, Citrine can be a great gift or option for someone who may be experiencing a new chapter of their life, such as graduation or beginning a new job.
Learn more about gemstone symbolism in our large Gemstone Encyclopedia here.
SPIRITUALITY
The Citrine is a powerful gemstone for protection, which also promotes spiritual growth and cleanses the aura. This gemstone is significant when healing the self, for inspiration, and self-improvement. The Citrine is said to hold the power of the Sun and can be used as a tool to overcome fear and phobias.
The yellow gemstone is also said to cleanse and activate the chakras, especially the solar plexus chakra, which is associated with abundance and personal power.
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR CITRINE JEWELLERY
The Citrine is a relatively hard gemstone and is a durable gemstone that can withstand a lot before breaking. Avoid exposing your Citrine jewellery to direct sunlight for prolonged periods, as this can cause the colour to fade. Also avoid high, sudden changes in temperature, as this may
cause cracks.
When cleaning your Citrine jewellery, use warm water,
a mild detergent, and a soft brush or cloth. Citrine is also safe to use in an ultrasound cleaner, but not with steam, as heat will cause the stone to crack.
WEDDING DAY JEWELLERY
Many gemstones are connected to a special anniversary. Citrine jewellery is traditionally gifted on the 13th wedding anniversary.
GEMMOLOGY
Citrine is a Quartz gemstone. Quartz is colourless, but when affected by the element, iron, during its formation, it takes on a yellow colour and is classified as Citrine. Citrine is a 7 on Moh’s Scale of Hardness, which is a scale from 1-10, where 1 is the softest and 10 is the hardest, used to determine the hardness of gemstones.
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TOURMALINE
Tolerance & compassion
TURQUOISE
Friendship, positivity & love
SAPPHIRE
Love, loyalty & wisdom
BLUE TOPAZ
Communication & love