Citrine
Natural Stone

Citrine

Color
Yellow
About the stone

Citrine is a variety of quartz with shades ranging from light yellow to intense golden. The name comes from the color of citrus fruits. It is associated with positive energy, optimism, and mental clarity.

Its hardness makes it suitable for everyday jewelry, but it is recommended to avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat and strong chemicals.

Characteristics

What you need to know.

Color · name
Yellow
#e4d00a
Care profile
Moderate
See the full care profile in the section below.
Care for Citrine

How to care for it.

Care profile
Moderate
Care level
Cleaning
  • Warm water with soap or a gentle professional jewelry solution.
  • Avoid ultrasonic cleaners if the stone is not clearly compatible (e.g., some amethysts or topazes may be affected).
  • Avoid steam cleaning unless specifically safe for that stone.
Exposure precautions
  • Remove jewelry before intense physical activities or entering chlorinated pools.
  • Avoid contact with strong chemicals (chlorine, ammonia).
  • Some stones may lose color with prolonged sun exposure; store them properly.
Storage
  • Store in soft pouches or separate compartments to prevent scratches.
  • If the metal oxidizes easily (like some silver alloys), consider anti-tarnish strips.
  • Avoid areas with high humidity (bathrooms, saunas).