Locality: Brazil
*Heated Amethyst*
Great size for Tumbling!
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Color: Citrine's color ranges from pale yellow to dark brownish-orange.
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Hardness: Citrine has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, which means it is a relatively hard mineral.
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Clarity: Citrine is usually transparent to translucent, with some specimens exhibiting asterism or chatoyancy.
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Luster: Citrine has a vitreous luster, meaning it has a glassy or shiny appearance.
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Density: The density of citrine is around 2.65 g/cm³, which is the same as other varieties of quartz.
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Metaphysical properties: Citrine is believed by some to have metaphysical properties, including being a stone of abundance, manifestation, and positivity. It is also said to stimulate creativity and aid in mental clarity and decision making.
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Heat treatment: Some citrine is produced through heat treatment of amethyst or smoky quartz, which can alter its color to a more vibrant yellow or orange hue.
Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.