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Birthstone for November - Citrine
By Sam and Tami Serio
Morning Light Jewelry
November Birthstone: Citrine
Birthstone Properties: Increases creativity and feelings of joy
Alternative Birthstone: Yellow Topaz
Citrine is the birthstone for November and the traditional anniversary
gemstone for the 13th year of marriage. Its name comes from an old French
word for lemon -- "citrin". A variety of quartz and the "sister stone" to
the purple variety known as Amethyst, citrine comes in a wide range of
colors. Some believe that some citrine may have actually begun as
amethyst, but that nearby molten rock changed it to the yellow form of
quartz.
Mined mainly in Brazil, but also found in Bolivia, citrines come in vivid
yellows and oranges, and also the unusual and extremely popular "madeira
red." (Citrines that are pale yellow or yellowish-brown are often mistaken
for yellow or golden topaz.) Natural citrine can also be found in the Ural
Mountains of Russia, in Dauphine, France, and in Madagascar.
Cure-All Citrine, like all forms of quartz, was believed to have magical
powers. People carried citrine as a protective talisman against the
plague, bad skin and evil thoughts. It was also used as a charm against
the bites of snakes and other venomous reptiles. Yellow and orange colors
of the citrine gemstone were said to offer protection from dangers when
traveling, to ward off evil, and to keep sickness away on land or on sea.
Through history, citrine has been used extensively in improving the
function of the body's organs including the heart, liver, kidneys and
digestive system. It is still used by healing practitioners to remove
toxins from the body and to treat muscular disorders, as well as help
stimulate healing in general. Citrine is also said to help provide relief
from the effects of radiation, and to facilitate absorption of
antioxidants.
Mental Health Citrine is believed to be especially powerful for
stimulating one's mental capacities, thereby enhancing creativity and
bolstering self-confidence. It is said that wearing citrine will improve
memory, make you feel more optimistic, and give you more energy in
everything you do. The magnetic powers of citrine are believed to relieve
depression, fear, and give you the confidence that you need to continue
with success in your life.
Giving citrine as a gift symbolizes wishes for hope and strength. Bursting
with sunshine-yellow brightness, it is the ideal gemstone for helping
anyone get through tough times!
Buyer's Guide A tremendous amount of citrine that is available on the
market today is heat-treated amethyst. Natural citrine is much lighter
than the heat-treated material which is dark orange-brown to reddish-brown
in color.
The Authors of the above Article, Sam and Tami Serio have been
passionately involved with Jewelry and Gemstones for over fifteen-years.
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