gemstone

Tumbled honey-colored quartz, likely citrine

Quartz (SiO₂); the orange color may be natural citrine or heat-treated amethyst

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Translucent golden-orange, glassy luster, irregular tumbled form; quartz is trigonal and has Mohs hardness 7, no cleavage, and specific gravity about 2.65. The photo alone cannot confirm whether the color is natural or treated.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Quartz forms in silica-rich veins and cavities as mineral-bearing fluids cool; citrine coloration is associated with trace iron and irradiation. Quartz deposits occur in rocks of many ages.

Uses & applications

Used for inexpensive jewelry, ornaments, and mineral collecting; quartz also has broad industrial uses in glass and electronics.

Geological facts

Commercial “citrine” is often heat-treated amethyst, commonly producing stronger orange tones than natural citrine.

Field identification & locations

Quartz’s hardness and glassy luster are useful clues; test cautiously because color and appearance alone are not diagnostic. Common sources include Brazil, Uruguay, Madagascar, and Zambia.