Citrine: properties, what to wear with it and who to give it to. Choosing an accessory for yourself and as a gift for loved ones
Ask a child who is far from mineralogy what citrine looks like, and he will most likely guess that we are talking about a “citrus” colored stone.
However, the palette of citrine is varied: in nature it is found both greenish and yellowish, with and without inclusions. Yellow citrine, the properties of which are no different from the properties of other quartz - rauchtopaz, amethyst, crystal - is suitable for a girl, a child and a man, although it is considered a “stone of the male aura”.
Giving citrine to a loved one is a great idea. The cost of the stone is low, and you will not oblige the recipient of the gift to do anything. At the same time, citrine stone has properties that look solemn and stylish. Therefore, the gift will delight you.
On which hand to wear an anti-evil eye bracelet?
Many girls prefer to wear a bracelet as a talisman. It is believed that the right hand takes energy, and the left hand gives it back. Therefore, bracelets made of precious metals are worn on the right hand, and amulets and symbolic items are worn on the left. Gold jewelry has the ability to absorb solar energy. Therefore, gold bracelets are most often worn on the right hand to preserve and transmit positive energy. Bracelets for the left hand should protect and help get rid of negative energy. It is believed that many bracelets made of base metals have the ability to protect against the evil eye and damage. White gold products also protect against negative energy. When choosing a bracelet with semiprecious stones, it is necessary to study the properties of the stone in detail, because... they are strong sources of energy. For example, bracelets with topaz, according to esotericists, will help protect a person from the evil eye and witchcraft.
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No. 1. What is citrine called and how to recognize it in a store?
The yellow gemstone, whose name comes from the Latin citrus (“lemon yellow”), is a variety of quartz, the most common mineral on Earth. The only difference between the stone and its fellows is the color. In nature, light , almost white quartz is found, as well as yellow , quartz with a greenish tint , honey and almost brown . Some citrines can easily be confused with emerald, rauchtopaz, or topaz that has been calcined to improve color.
The two most popular citrines in jewelry are golden and brown-yellow, the first is called “golden topaz”, the second is “Spanish topaz”, although in reality citrine has nothing to do with topaz, it is more fragile and lighter, and costs much less . Citrine, inside of which there are layers of red or purple color (amethyst) is called ametrine . Jewelers make cabochons from it.
Green citrine stone has the same properties as other citrines. But they confuse it with a light-colored emerald. However, the modest price of jewelry with it gives you the opportunity to accurately distinguish the stones.
What type of stones is it?
Citrine is a semi-precious variety of quartz. It belongs to the IV class of precious stones. Its closest relatives are amethyst and rock crystal. Due to its sunny shade and unique properties, it is deservedly popular among collectors. Citrine is quite strong and can leave a mark on glass. It was originally confused with topaz, although it is softer and not as shiny.
No. 2. Where is the best citrine mined and what are its physical properties?
Today, the largest faceted citrine is kept at the Smiths Institution, weighing 2,258 carats. The stone is distributed on all continents, but its largest deposits are located in Brazil , Madagascar , Spain , France and the USA , as well as in Kazakhstan . Citrine is specially mined here, and the minerals that have come to you from these countries are distinguished by a pleasant shine and high purity.
Citrine properties are not particularly outstanding. Its hardness is only 7 on the Mohs scale (although this is enough to entrust a citrine ring or pendant to a child without expecting him to be careful with it). Chips and scratches appear on the stone from strong impacts and friction, although other jewelry in your box is unlikely to scratch it.
Citrine stone, whose property is to reflect light after cutting, is a transparent (“glass”) mineral used to decorate jewelry for men and women. As a rule, the stone is processed in the “diamond way” or cut into an oblong plate (like an emerald). If the mineral is opaque or heterogeneous, it is ground .
What metal is it framed in?
Citrine looks ideal when framed by precious metals. It could be silver or gold. It is worth noting that the luxury of the stone is revealed both in combination with yellow gold and white gold. Jewelers love citrine for its brilliance and durability. That is why a variety of jewelry is made from it - earrings, bracelets, pendants, rings and even tiaras. The transparency of the gem determines its cut shape. Large specimens are used for pendants and brooches. Stones that do not have damage in the form of cracks and scratches are usually used for rings, signet rings and earrings.
No. 3. What are the healing properties of citrine?
Citrine cannot be called the most healing stone in the world, however, it can boast of a positive effect on the body.
In Ancient Rome, citrine was worn mainly by men - in the form of a ring, brooch or weapon decoration. It was believed that the stone prevents headaches and improves psycho-emotional health. Today, citrine is recommended to be given as a gift to men who are involved in stressful activities - citrine helps them cope with stress and concentrate their efforts on any task.
Citrine also has the following medicinal properties: improve the functioning of the endocrine system, remove toxins from the body, help with skin and other allergies. Citrine is given to children to improve immunity and good sleep. Earrings with gold citrine improve blood circulation in the neck area and are recommended for schoolgirls.
Lithotherapists recommend giving mothers large pendants with citrine on a silver chain: they preserve youthful skin and normalize the functioning of the circulatory system. In a word, yellow precious stones, whose names are citrines, are useful at any age.
Index finger
He is able to personify something like power, ambition, and demonstrate leadership qualities. Experts say that wearing a ring on the index finger can activate exactly this kind of energy. And this has been proven since ancient times, when noble people, celebrities and powerful princes put jewelry on their finger. If you want to develop leadership qualities in yourself to get a boost in some area of development in a specific direction, you need to do just that.
A piece of jewelry on your index finger should be worn when you strongly want to advance in the work field or are currently looking for a new work activity (workplace). To strengthen the energy flow, you need to influence those around you by increasing your self-confidence, and for this you cannot do without jewelry on your index finger.
No. 4. Mystical properties of citrine for women and men
Citrine is a stone with positive energy that is more suitable for men than women. The stone is used for meditation - it is believed that it is able to fill a person with the energy of the Sun and put him in a friendly mood. As a permanent talisman, citrine is an “aura cleanser” and a mineral that helps the wearer regain strength.
If you want to achieve the greatest effect from citrine, carry it with you constantly and in plain sight (in a ring, large pendant, bracelet). Citrine is worth giving to children who suffer from unfocused attention: the stone balances their impulses, teaches them to prioritize, makes studying easier and improves memory.
Citrine is effective in a gold frame (gold is the metal of the Sun). Therefore, if citrine is just a beautiful stone for you, give it in silver. By the way, the zodiac signs that citrine is indicated for are Aries and Leo .
Talismans
As an amulet, you can always wear citrine in a secret pocket, a bag made of natural fabric, or in the form of enchanted body jewelry, including rings, pendants, pendants, bracelets, earrings, necklaces with beads of various shapes, such as drops, balls, petals, cubes. A crystal placed in a wallet is an attribute of wealth, providing more money.
A ring with a stone on the little finger attracts good luck to business. A ring with a crystal on the middle or index finger or a pendant with a stone helps future speakers.
To counteract nightmares, it is recommended to sleep on a citrine talisman hidden under the pillow. An amulet with a yellow stone is useful for children with speech impediments.
A crystal placed in the far corner of the room will cleanse the house of negativity and attract consent. It is enough to have one piece of jewelry with citrine.
The magical properties of the stone will be enhanced by jade, pearls, hyacinth, but the crystal does not combine with opal and tourmaline.
No. 5. What to wear with a stone and how to care for it?
Even if you know the name of a yellow gemstone, this does not mean that you will be able to choose a worthy accompaniment for it from clothes, accessories, makeup and even mood. Yes, citrine is not one of the overly capricious and demanding stones, but it will be better if, when choosing an image, you are guided by the following rules:
- Citrine is a semi-precious stone and should be worn during the day (business or urban style)
- When wearing jewelry with citrine, make sure that there is no other colored stone in the image.
- Of the precious stones, citrine is combined only with diamond. You should not wear citrine and emerald or sapphire at the same time.
- Citrine in a gold frame is acceptable as part of a solemn image. For a social event, it is better to prepare a set of several jewelry (ring + pendant; ring + pendant + earrings).
- Give children small silver jewelry with citrine (stud earrings, small rings, pendants “for special occasions”).
- Jewelry with citrine fits perfectly into resort, safari, boho and even military styles.
- Accessories with citrine look great on those with brown and green eyes, dark and dark brown hair, and dark skin.
And lastly, if you are going to give a loved one a citrine, make sure that he will like not only the stone, but also its setting. To do this, just take a closer look at the accessories that he wears every day.
PS If you, like the lion’s share of Topgrant.ru guests, think quartz is a great gift for loved ones, but have doubts about citrine (and it’s true, sometimes it’s too bright for a business look), find out more about other quartz - amethyst, crystal, chrysolite here . Ask questions about citrine in the comments to the article!
Sincerely, Andrey Fedorenko , director of the online store TopGrant.ru
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