Citrine is a bright yellow to golden-orange variety of quartz.
The light of citrine contains the power of sunshine, which can fill your heart with warmth and vitality. Citrine can bring the good luck and confidence needed to achieve your goals.
Known as the stone of abundance, it’s loved for attracting joy, wealth, and positive energy.
| November Birthstone |
| Gemini | Leo | Virgo | Libra |
| Solar Plexus Chakra |
Citrine Symbolizes
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Abundance & Wealth: Citrine and golden quartz are famous wealth-attracting crystals and are especially suitable for people who need certain opportunities and luck, such as businessmen and salespeople.
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Joy & Vitality: Citrine's golden radiance brings happiness, optimism, and emotional brightness. It is believed to boost energy and clear fatigue.
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Confidence & Creativity: Citrine inspires expression, clarity, and motivation. It can help people rebuild their self-confidence and make good use of their potential.
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Protection: The energy field of citrine can transform negative energy into positive flow.
Meditation & Healing
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Citrine activates the Solar Plexus Chakra to strengthen willpower and courage. Bringing the energy of citrine into oneself can help increase our ambition and give us more confidence to deal with various things in life and career. Therefore, it is often believed to be helpful in career and wealth.
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Citrine is also used to awaken personal power and clear emotional blockages. It helps to increase focus, optimism, and creativity, building confidence and determination on the path to awakening. Citrine is used in malas and rituals to enhance clarity of thought and energy.
Citrine Legends
Its name comes from the French word citron (lemon), for its shiny yellow color.
Citrine has been used for thousands of years. Ancient Greeks and Romans carved it into decorative gemstones. It became popular in Europe during the 17th century, especially in Scotland, where it was used to decorate swords and in traditional jewelry. In the Art Deco period of the early 20th century, large citrine gems were favored in ornate jewelry pieces.
In ancient Egypt, citrine was considered the sun stone, representing the sun god Amun-Ra. People believed that citrine brought the sun's light and energy, bringing strength and courage.
In traditional Chinese culture, citrine is also considered a symbol of good fortune, representing wealth and happiness. Many Chinese people consider citrine a talisman, believing it brings good luck and protection.
Key Properties
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Color: Pale yellow to deep amber-orange
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Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale)
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Luster: Vitreous, Transparent to translucent
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Composition: Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂)
