Citrine Jewelry: One of the most available gemstones being sold today is Citrine. The yellow to golden orange stone is part of a large family of quartz gemstones. Citrine’s name originates from the French word ‘citron’ which means ‘lemon’. Citrine has often been attributed to success, hence its nickname ‘the merchant’s stone’ as many merchants would keep citrine stones in their registers for prosperity. Along with topaz, citrine is often used as a birthstone of November. Citrine can be used for any type of jewelry such as earrings, necklaces and rings.
Healing Properties of Citrine: It symbolizes optimism, vigor and loyalty. In olden days, our ancestors regarded this transparent yellow beauty as the protector from snake poison, noxious reptiles and plague. It was also used to drive away evil thoughts. Following the birth of Christ, Romans used it for intaglio and cabochon.
Sources of Citrine: Argentina, Bolivia, France, Madagascar, Myanmar, Namibia, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Uruguay and Zambia.