mineral
Citrine
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Yellow to brownish-orange; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal structure: Trigonal; Cleavage: None; Specific gravity: 2.65
- Hardness
- 7 (Mohs scale)
- Color
- Yellow to brownish-orange
- Luster
- Vitreous
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Yellow to brownish-orange; Luster: Vitreous; Crystal structure: Trigonal; Cleavage: None; Specific gravity: 2.65
Formation & geological history
Formed in igneous or metamorphic rocks like pegmatites and granites. Most commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst or smoky quartz.
Uses & applications
Primary use in jewelry as a gemstone and for crystal healing/metaphysical collecting.
Geological facts
Natural citrine is very rare. It is known as the 'Success Stone' or 'Merchant's Stone' in various cultures and is the birthstone for November.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its yellow-orange hue and lack of cleavage. Look for even color distribution in natural stones versus reddish tint in heat-treated pieces.
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