Citrine Formations
Also called Druzy*Druse*
Stone of Prosperity


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Citrine

The name "citrine" is derived from its lemon yellow color.  The coloring agent is iron.  Natural citrines are rare.  Most commercial citrines are heat-treated amethysts or smoky quartzes.  Brazilian amethyst turns light yellow at 878 degrees F and dark yellow to red-brown at 1022 - 1040 degrees F (550 - 560 degrees C).  Some smoky quartzes turn into citrine color already at about 390 degrees F.
Almost all heat-treated citrines have a reddish tint.  The natural citrines are mostly pale yellow.  Names for citrine such as Bahia, Madeira, or Rio Grande topaz are improper and no longer accepted in the trade as they are deceptive.
Deposits of natural-colored citrines are found in Brazil, Madagascar, and the United States, as well as Argentina, Burma, Namibia, Russia, Scotland and Spain.  

Metaphysical Properties: "Stone of Prosperity," attracts wealth and success.  Brings happiness and generosity.  Energizes and invigorates, increasing motivation and physical energy, activating creativity.  Dissipates negative energy, promotes inner calm.  Balances yin and yang, opens navel and solar plexus chakras, stimulates crown chakra.  Cleanses aura and aligns etheric body with physical.  Treats digestive problems, thyroid imbalance, and circulation of blood.
~Judy Hall~