Citrine - The Radiance of the Sun Captured in Stone

🌍 Origin & History

Citrine, known for its warm golden hues, has been cherished since ancient civilizations for its resemblance to sunlight. Historically associated with prosperity and joy, it remains a popular choice among jewelry artisans today.

At Mittal Gems, we source fine calibrated Citrines primarily from Brazil, ensuring exceptional clarity and consistent color perfect for global jewelry manufacturers.

🎨 Color Range & Characteristics

Citrine offers a vibrant palette:

• Pale Yellow: Light and airy tones
• Golden Honey: Warm mid-range tones
• Deep Amber: Rich, fiery hues

Every Citrine at Mittal Gems is selected to exhibit lively brilliance, excellent transparency, and uniform saturation — key features demanded by fine jewelry brands.

⛏️ Mining and Sources

Major sources of Citrine include:

• Brazil: The primary supplier of high-quality natural Citrine
• Bolivia: Known for stunning bi-colored Ametrine (Amethyst-Citrine blends)
• Madagascar: A growing source for vivid yellow stones

We ensure that each Citrine gemstone we offer is ethically sourced and responsibly mined.

🧠 Educational Insights

• Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale — durable for daily wear
• Clarity: Eye-clean Citrines are considered premium
• Formation: Naturally occurring quartz variant colored by traces of iron

📈 Interesting Facts

• Natural Citrines are rarer than commonly believed; many stones on the market are heat-treated Amethysts.
• Its sunny appearance earned it the nickname "Merchant's Stone" for attracting prosperity.
• Citrine’s vibrant tones blend beautifully with both yellow and white metals in jewelry.

🔗 Browse Our Collection

Looking for perfectly calibrated Citrine for your jewelry designs?
👉 Browse our Citrine collection here.
Bring the warmth of the sun to your next creation.

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