Citrine Information

Citrine

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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Brazil, Southern and central Africa, Madagascar, Color: yellow, Hardness: 7, Refractive index: 1.54 1.55, Density: 2.65 2.66, Chemical composition: SiO2, Crystal structure: hexagonal, Origins: Widespread; best stones come from Brazil. Citrine is one of the least expensive gemstones. Even very big pieces, 50 carats and more, can be easily found on the market. Greenish-yellow and orange stones are more valuable, and heat treatment is often applied to enhance the yellow color., Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown

1.2 Color

Yellow

1.3 Streak

Not Available

1.4 For which Rashi?

Scorpio

1.5 Planet

Sun, Jupiter

1.6 Element of Planets

Not Available

1.7 Energy

Projective

1.8 How to Wear?

1.8.1 Finger

Not Available

1.8.2 Ring Metal

Not Available

1.9 Deities

Persephone, Mercury

1.10 Not to wear with

Not Available

1.11 Powers

Protection, Psychic Power

1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

Not Available

1.12.2 Talisman

Not Available

2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

Not Available

2.2 Solubility

Not Available

2.3 Durability

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

2.65

1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

2.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

2.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Vitreous

3.2 Pleochroism

Natural: weak; yellow light yellow.

3.3 Dispersion

0.01

Rank: 27 (Overall) ▶

0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

Transparent

3.5 Refractive Index

1.544-1.553

1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

Trigonal

3.8 Birefringence

0.009

0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

Transparent

4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

Not Available

4.1.2 Cardiovascular

Not Available

4.1.3 Respiratory

Not Available

4.1.4 Reproductive

Not Available

4.1.5 Digestive

Not Available

4.2 Psychology

Not Available

4.3 Healing

Not Available

4.4 Qualities Associated

Not Available

Semi Precious

Citrine Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Citrine Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Citrine information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Citrine is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Citrine such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Citrine details and interesting facts are provided here.

Origin: Primarily obtained in Brazil, Southern and central Africa, Madagascar, Color: yellow, Hardness: 7, Refractive index: 1.54 1.55, Density: 2.65 2.66, Chemical composition: SiO2, Crystal structure: hexagonal, Origins: Widespread; best stones come from Brazil. Citrine is one of the least expensive gemstones. Even very big pieces, 50 carats and more, can be easily found on the market. Greenish-yellow and orange stones are more valuable, and heat treatment is often applied to enhance the yellow color., Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow and brown.
Color: Common colors observed are Yellow.
Chemical Formula: SiO₂.
Powers: Protection and Psychic Power.

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