Citrine stone pictures

Citrine is a very rare type of yellow quartz and is usually produced by heat treatment of amethyst. Quartz is used in the jewelry industry. It requires exposing quartz to a low temperature to turn its color to golden yellow, as the higher the temperature, the more this leads to an increase in the yellow color of the darker until it reaches a reddish-brown color. The word citrine is derived from citrus, which is the acid found in lemons and gives it its distinctive flavour. In fact, the word citrine means lemon in a number of languages. It is also known as the stone of light.

stone name	Citrine, light stone, yellow quartz
hardness	7
Type	quartz
the color	Yellow, orange gradients
Chemical formula	SiO2
Transparency	transparent
the sparkle	Bright
crystal structure	Hexa
refractive index	1.54 – 1.55
refraction	undifferentiated
Density	2.63 – 2.65
scattering	009
processing	thermal
configuration	In the reservoirs of pegmatite and geodes
astrological month	September

Bright yellow colors reflect the vibrant energy of the stone and indicate positive feelings that carry feelings of optimism and happiness. Citrine is found naturally in several mines around the world, including Brazil, Africa, Madagascar, Spain, Russia, France, Scotland, and the United States. This is of course because it is one of the types of quartz, which is the most abundant gemstone on the globe. From the ancient Greeks and Romans in the first century AD, citrines were engraved in the form of cabochon rings. Later in the 17th century, Queen Victoria made citrine very popular by wearing it as jewelry. Also, during this time, Scottish men followed this fashion by using citrine in decorative brooches and to decorate the handles of swords and daggers. While in the current era many Hollywood stars wear citrine jewelry on the red carpet in the form of brooches, necklaces and bracelets. Properties of Citrine

The name of the stone Citrine, Light Stone, Yellow Quartz

Hardness

7 Moss Type Quartz the color Gradations of yellow, orange Chemical formula SiO2

) Transparency transparent Sparkle Bright Crystal structure Hexa Refractive index 1.63 – 1.63 Refraction Undifferentiated Density 2. – 2. 65 Dispersal .06

Treatment Thermal Composition in pegmatite and geodes deposits astronomical month September Citrine, quite simply, is a type of transparent quartz composed of silicon dioxide, acquiring its triangular shape from a unique crystalline configuration. Its yellow color is due to its iron content as well as in a variety of shapes and sizes. It is almost impossible to distinguish between citrine pieces and yellow topaz by appearance, but they can be distinguished in terms of hardness. Brazil is the main producer of citrine, and most of its production comes from the state of Rio Grande do Sul. The name is derived from the Latin word citrina (yellow) and often citrine and amethyst can be found together in the same crystal, then referred to as ametrine. Citrine is called the stone of merchants, as well as the stone of money, because there is a legend indicating that wearing it brings wealth.

Characteristics of the real citrine stone

colors Citrine

1. Light yellow color
2. Golden yellow color
3. the yellow color
4. Dark yellow color
5. The color orange
6. (yellowish brown)
7. Places of citrine extraction
8. Brazil (largest citrine mine)
9. (Madagascar)
10. Argentina
11. Zaire
12. (Namibia)
13. RussiaSpain
14. Bolivia
15. Myanmar

South Africa
Democratic Republic of Congo
Citrine Quality FactorsColor: As yellow and reddish orange are more types Quality Citrine

1. Purity: The more it is free of impurities, the higher its quality and therefore its price
2. Pieces : The way citrine is cut affects its quality and value
3. Weight in carats: As the higher the volume and weight of citrine, the higher its price
4. Raw Citrine Form
5. How to care for citrine stone

makes citrine Durable gemstones that require little special care. However, heat-treated stones may fade when exposed to heat. Thus, avoid steam cleaning or boiling citrine jewelry. Instead, use either ultrasonic cleaning or simply warm water, a mild detergent and a soft brush. Citrine is a gem that requires little care to retain its luster. It should be taken into account to avoid exposure of heat treated citrine to heat, because when this happens, its color may change and fade. Therefore, it should be taken into account not to expose citrine to hot water during cleaning and polishing, and steam should also be avoided. You can use warm water while cleaning while avoiding temperatures 3329 3329 Citrine Jewelry

Although the majority of citrine stones are free from impurities and have high purity High, it contains traces of liquids, gases and crystals inside, so it must be cleaned manually. It is preferable to clean the citrine produced from quartz by ultrasound, and this tool is available in gem laboratories and some stores and goldsmiths. Steps for cleaning citrine stones:

Bring a bowl and put a little water in it

Put the citrine stone to be cleaned in the bowl
Add a little liquid soa
Use a piece of special cloth By cleaning jewelry during cleaning

Dry the citrine stones
Place it separately from other gemstones to avoid scratchesCitrine Legends

1. Bringing livelihood and prosperity
2. Bringing Money and Wealth
3. Bring positive emotions
4. Spreading happiness and optimism<
5. Increased determination and enthusiasm
6. Increase energy and activity
7. Helps focus and meditate
8. Increase intelligence and improve the ability to remember
9. Protection from negative energy

Improving the qualities of courage and feet

Increase confidence in Self
Myths and Beliefs About Citrine Citrine is a beautiful and amazing gemstone that is fantastic for providing clarity and enhancing attention. Citrine promotes cheerfulness and happiness by disseminating good energy. It is also suggested for individuals looking to make a fortune. According to beliefs, citrine helps heal numerous disorders, and its therapeutic properties can be highly powerful when combined with meditation. It also aids in the development of personal strength and self-confidence. It also improves blood circulation and physiological functioning in general. Many people love to decorate with citrine crystal stones because they emit a special brilliance that generates delight and transmits happiness and pleasant sentiments.