Citrine
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Symbol: Prosperity & Abundance
Citrine is the yellow-to-orange variety of quartz, colored by trace iron. Natural citrine is genuinely rare — most citrine sold commercially is amethyst that's been heat-treated to shift its color from purple to gold.
Where It Comes From
Brazil is the leading source of citrine, along with Madagascar and Zambia.
What Different Peoples Believed
| People | What It Symbolized |
|---|---|
| Ancient Greece and Rome | Carved into intaglios and used as decorative gemstones in jewelry. |
| Scottish tradition | Used to adorn the handles of ceremonial daggers. |
| Art Deco era (1920s–30s) | A favorite gemstone in jewelry design, prized for its warm golden tone. |
Birth Month
Citrine is one of the official birthstones for November, alongside topaz.