Citrine, a member of the quartz family, is a rare gemstone that inspires joy, confidence, creativity, and prosperity. Most citrine available today has been heated to achieve its vibrant orangey yellow hue, perfect for November’s birthstone and marking the 13th wedding anniversary. As a GIA-certified Gemologist, I highly recommend citrine as a precious and significant addition to any jewelry collection. Express your love, appreciation, and admiration by owning a piece of citrine today and enjoy its radiant beauty for years to come.
Citrine
Quartz
Hardness: 7 mohs scale
Enhancements: Heating
Locations: Bolivia, Brazil
Discover the joy, confidence, and creativity that Citrine gemstones can bring to your life. This rare member of the quartz family is known for its sunny exuberance and stunning orangey-yellow hue. Perfect for November birthdays and 1st wedding anniversaries, add a touch of prosperity to your jewelry collection with Citrine.
Quality Guidlines
- A: Light, slightly golden yellow; little or no color zoning; eye clean; good cut
- AA: Medium golden yellow; little or no color zoning; eye clean; good cut
- AAA: Medium dark golden yellow to yellowish orange; little or no color zoning; eye clean; good cut
Care & Maintenance
Rated good for everyday wear. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to heat which may cause color to fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit
