Thursday, December 15, 2016
Interesting facts and properties of Citrine
The results
are evident and sometimes unbelievable. As it also attracts the positive energy
and good fortune just like other stones, it is virtuous to bring it home.
The name
Citrine is a French word, which is acquired from its color, the yellow of the
lemon, as in French the yellow color is known as Citron. Initially its name was yellow quartz; the name “citrine” was
officially adopted for this stone in 1556. During the Hellenistic age this gem
gained popularity in Greece as a decorative gem. In 17th century
this gem is also used in Scottish weapons. Again because of Queen
Victoria’s infatuation about gems, Citrine became popular in Greece in fact it
became a trend there.
The stone
leads a good popularity because of its crystal clear appearance and it is also
immune from the scratches as it possesses the hardness 7 when followed by Mohs
scale of hardness. Topaz and citrine are birthstones for November. Along with this, citrine
is also used as the gem that commemorates the thirteenth wedding anniversary.
Commonly, Citrine
has two main colors Yellow and Gold. The two of them have different properties
and effects. The yellow color of it brings new energy in life, and empowers the
new relationships and interests. Its light gives new ways to life and
relationships, as it helps to concentrate on the
desires of the person or the
group one getting to know.
Whereas the
golden color of it is known as king and queen’s stone. It is a rich source of power,
success and enthusiasm. According to researches the most selling colors of it,
are deep, brownish and reddish orange along with yellow and golden. The finest
citrine is free from brownish tints and has a saturated yellow to reddish
orange color.
This is
found in many different sizes and so it’s easily used for any type of jewelry.
The standard size and shape of the crystal can be carved in unusual cuts for
fashion jewelry and other decorative pieces, although the typical work is not
so common among the jewelers, it is only done by high end manufacturers.
Natural
Citrine is very rare, and the available Citrine on market is treated. Some of
the amethysts are processed with heat and as a result they change their pale
violet color to alluring yellow. A trace of Iron in its structure is
responsible for its yellow to orange color.
The
unmatched properties and beautiful color of this crystal made it one of the
most desirable and in demand gem. It has become one of the prior choices of the
customers because of its durability and availability of colors. It is always
suggested to buy every gemstone from a trusted and well known manufacture or
retailer, because buying a gem is a big and one time investment.
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