Citrine derived it's name from the Latin word "citron", which is a fruit related to the lemon.   

Citrine is a quartz variety, and is the most popular transparent gem in the yellow to orange colour range. Not only is this gem hard-wearing, but it also offers a warm and attractive colour.

Citrine comes in an exceptionally large range of sizes. Jewellery-sized citrines are readily available in weights of up to 20cts.

Sources: Bolivia, Brazil, and Spain.

Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale. 

Toughness: Good. 

Citrine is an alternative birthstone for November.

To view our collection of Citrine jewellery please contact us at webenquiries@brereton.ie.