| Citrine is a semi-precious gemstone frequently | | | | Citrine gemstones look best as parts of formal |
| incorporated into some of the most modern, | | | | evening jewelry when paired with diamonds, |
| beautiful handmade jewelry in the world. It is | | | | quartz crystal or black onyx. More casual |
| most often found in yellow or golden hues, and is | | | | combinations include softer contrasts with green |
| widely recognized as the November birthstone. | | | | peridot, light aquamarine or amethyst. To see a |
| This seems extremely fitting as its color is often | | | | selection of handmade artisan jewelry featuring |
| reminiscent of the turning leaves. But beyond its | | | | citrine, click here. Citrine is typically considered a |
| modern-day uses and associations, citrine holds a | | | | sophisticated gemstone that works well with any |
| decadent mythological, spiritual and etymological | | | | outfit. In earrings, citrine works well to enhance |
| history that adds nostalgic value to its already | | | | the luster of hazel eyes. |
| strong aesthetic worth. Read on for more | | | | Mohs' Hardness score is based on a 10 point scale |
| information that will help you fall in love with your | | | | where 10 is the most resistant, like a diamond, |
| citrine jewelry – or inspire you to buy some | | | | and 1 is easily scratched, such as Talc. Citrine gets |
| today! | | | | a score of 7.5, meaning that it is quite scratch |
| Citrine is a form of quartz with deep, translucent | | | | resistant and therefore suitable as a component |
| golden, brown, orange and yellow shades. The | | | | of everyday jewelry. Citrine gemstones should be |
| gemstone name comes from the French word | | | | regularly cleaned by a professional or with a soft |
| for lemon, "citron." People have used quartz in | | | | rag and mild soap and water. Other methods, |
| jewelry for centuries. The ancient Greeks carved | | | | including ultra-sonic clenares, solvents and harsh |
| rock crystal (clear/colorless quartz) for ornaments | | | | chemicals should be avoided when cleaning your |
| and decorations, and the Egyptians used them for | | | | handcrafted jewelry as exposure to these |
| talismans. The purple variety, amethyst, was used | | | | elements can damage semi-precious and precious |
| in jewelry for royalty and nobility. This gem is all | | | | gemstones and pearls. |
| around us, from the gems used and set in | | | | Learn more about all semi-precious gemstones, |
| jewelry, to tiny particles at the beach, sparkling in | | | | including amethyst, apatite, black onyx, blue topaz, |
| the sun. | | | | carnelian, chalcedony, citrine, coral, garnet, white |
| Quartz is believed to be good for expressing and | | | | topaz, crystal, diamond, emerald, iolite, jade, |
| soothing emotions, bringing mental clarity, | | | | Labradorite, moonstone, pearl, peridot, prehnite, |
| calmness, balance, luck, and promoting | | | | rose quarz, ruby, sapphire, smokey topaz, |
| self-esteem. Sometimes referred to as the | | | | tanzanite, tourmaline and tourquoise when you |
| "Stone of Wealth," Citrine helps encourage | | | | check out this gemstone chart. |
| prosperity. Citrine is primarily mined in Brazil. | | | | |