Glow for it With Citrine
The telltale signs of autumn are here with shorter days and cooler weather. As the colors of the leaves change, this month’s birthstone seems perfectly fitting - golden citrine! This gemstone is found in a range of colors from yellow to deep orange. The name for this gem likely came from the French word “citron” which means lemon, a nod to the color of the stone. Read on to learn more about this month’s glowing birthstone!
These golden earrings are perfect for Fall!
Citrine has been a gemstone used in jewelry and adornment as early as 150 BCE. It was even used in 17th century Scotland as decoration for weaponry! Now, this gem is commonly found in both fine and fashion jewelry. The majority of modern day citrine is mined in Brazil, similarly to amethyst. It is also found in Madagascar, France, and even parts of the United States as well! Natural citrine can be difficult to find, and it is usually heat treated to enhance its golden color. In the 1920’s especially, this gemstone skyrocketed into popularity, and was used in many Art Deco pieces. Even despite the rarity of this stone, jewelry has surfaced from the Victorian era and earlier with this gem, and it is easy to imagine why this sunny yellow stone has been so sought after throughout history.
Who doesn’t love this pumpkin spiced gemstone? Wear this citrine bezel bracelet and bring the sunshine with you.
As with many beautiful gemstones, citrine has been sought after in ancient times for its supposed mystical properties. In fact, citrine has been nicknamed the “merchant’s stone” because it was thought to bring prosperity. It was considered good luck to wear a citrine or carry one in your pocket for good business! In ancient China, emperors would also wear this gem to bring wealth, but also open mindedness and broad perspectives. This gemstone is perfect for the modern entrepreneur to give them an extra edge.
Keep the good energy close with this citrine pendant!
Citrine is a type of quartz gemstone, similar to amethyst. It has a Mohs hardness of 7, making it fairly resistant to scratches and chips, though it is not impossible for this gem to show wear and tear over the years. That makes it important to care for your citrine, and remove any rings with this gemstone before doing any work with your hands. Cleaning citrine is easy - just use warm water and mild soap. These gemstones can be sensitive to heat, so make sure that they are not in extremely hot water or a steam cleaner. As with most colored gemstones, harsh chemicals or acids are not recommended for cleaning. When you’re not wearing your citrine jewelry, stone them in a soft jewelry box, away from other stones like diamonds or sapphires, so that they do not get scratched.
A 3-stone ring with glowing citrine is the perfect statement piece!
Whether you’re celebrating a November birthday, anniversary, or just love the look of this autumn gem, citrine is the perfect gemstone to lead us into the holiday season!
