Citrine

Mineral Name: Citrine

Chemical Composition: Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)

Hardness on Mohs Scale: 7 Mohs Hardness

Color Varieties: Pale Yellow to deep Orange-Brown

Localities: Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, United States (Colorado, North Carolina, and California)

Metaphysical Properties: Citrine is used to enhance inner strength, confidence, self-esteem, manifestation, and creativity. It can also promote a sense of abundance, prosperity, a sense of balance, and harmony.

Citrine assists in staying on task, resolves fear of failure and generates success. It can be useful to help in releasing negative energy and emotions in order to facilitate a positive mindset while promoting a sense of joy, relaxation, and optimism.

Associated Chakras: Solar Plexus

Zodiac Signs: Aries, Gemini, Leo, and Libra

Scientific Information: Citrine is a variety of quartz with traces of iron and is often found in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks. Some citrine is produced by heating amethyst, which transforms it into a yellow-orange color.