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CITRINE : The Yellow variety of Quartz is known as
Citrine Quartz, or simply Citrine, despite the fact that generally the colour is
nothing like lemon yellow. It was and still called Topaz or Topaz Quartz as
well, because of a similarity in colour, much to the detriment of true Topaz. It
has a good lustre and is generally a clear stone. Citrine
is one of the most affordable gemstones, thanks to the durability and
availability of this golden quartz. Named from the French name for lemon,
"Citron," many citrines have a juicy lemon colour. Although normally good, its
lustre is slightly inferior to that of Topaz. Its lustre lasts for a very long
time. Colour Zoning, where present may add to its recognition. The Hindi Name
for the Gemstone being "SUNHERA".
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| Appearance
: The colour varies from pure yellow to dull yellow, honey, or
brownish yellow. As with Amethyst the colour is often broken up into patches or
bands, although due to its depth of hue, the zoning is less obvious. It has a
good lustre and is generally a clear stone. Colour Zoning, where present may add
to its recognition. |
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| Occurrence
: The finest Citrine come from Brazil and also from United States,
Madagascar, Soviet Union, India Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe,
Zambia, Siberia and many other countries. |
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Substitutes : Citrine is the most common
substitute of Yellow Sapphire and Topaz. |
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| Chemical
Composition :
SILICA OXIDE and the Colouring Element for this stone being IRON. |
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