Citrine—the golden glow that shows up like a built-in mood boost.
 
If there were a “bright side” department in your crystal collection, Citrine would be the manager, assistant manager, and head of HR. This golden quartz ranges from soft, buttery yellow to deep amber thanks to iron tucked inside its structure. You’ll find it coming out of places like Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, Spain, and the U.S., usually polished into cheerful cabochons or faceted gems that look like they’re storing tiny sunbeams.
 
Citrine is a variety of quartz made mostly of silicon dioxide — the same mineral family as Amethyst and Clear Quartz. Its warm yellow-to-amber color comes from tiny amounts of iron inside the crystal structure. When heat (natural or geological) interacts with that iron, the quartz shifts into those gorgeous golden hues Citrine is famous for.
 
Often nicknamed the Merchant’s Stone, Success Stone, and Money Stone (subtlety is not its thing), Citrine has long been associated with abundance, motivation, and sunny-forward momentum. Its energy feels warm and uplifting — like the kind of pep talk that comes with a side of “you’ve totally got this.”
 
In metaphysical circles, Citrine is all about the solar plexus chakra — confidence, power, and “I can figure this out” energy. It helps clear mental clutter, encourages optimistic thinking, and acts like a tiny emotional space heater. It’s also believed to diffuse negativity and leave room for clarity, creativity, and personal drive. A bright, steady companion for anyone building something new.
 
 
Dimensions: 1.5"x1.5"x.75"
Weight: 0.64 oz
Chakras: Solar Plexus
Zodiac: Leo, Gemini, Aries
Mohs: 7