Most Citrine is mined in Brazil, particularly in the Serra and Iraa mining caves of Brazil’s Rio Grade do Sul.
Citrine jewelry ranges from crisp golden colors to more subdued yellow and citrus orange tones. Citrine stones are generally thought to blend particularly well with the yellow gleam of polished gold.
Citrine is a type of golden quartz, and is considered a sister stone to the amethyst. Citrine and its sister stone share many of the same physical and chemical properties, as Citrine usually starts its life as an amethyst and then over time, when heated, turns to a golden citrine color.
Derived from the Latin word for “lemon,” Citrine stones are delicately colored yellow and orange gems that symbolize generosity. Citrine jewelry is thought to help its wearer keep secrets. Citrine has been regarded throughout history as a stone of mystery and subtly, and has been acclaimed for centuries for its assumed potential to shield ill will and evil thoughts.
