At a glance
Chakras
Solar Plexus
Color
Yellow
Birthstone
November
Zodiac
Leo, Gemini, Scorpio
Hardness
7 (Mohs)
Origins
Brazil, Madagascar, Bolivia, Russia
Also called: Merchant's Stone, Success Stone, Yellow Quartz
About Citrine
Most natural citrine forms in volcanic rock when iron impurities color quartz crystals warm yellow during slow cooling. Pale 'champagne' citrine is the most common natural form; deeper amber and Madeira hues are rarer and command premium prices. Note: a large share of commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst — Stone Mart sells only confirmed natural specimens.
In feng shui and Vastu Shastra, citrine activates the wealth corner of a home or workspace (south-east in feng shui). Placing a citrine money tree on an office desk, cash counter, or near the front entrance is one of the most popular abundance rituals in Indian and Chinese decorating traditions.
Beyond wealth symbolism, citrine is used in crystal healing to clear self-doubt, sharpen decision-making, and lift mood — making it a popular choice for entrepreneurs, students, and anyone navigating a career transition.
What Citrine is used for
- Traditionally used to attract wealth and business success
- Boosts self-confidence and motivation
- Activates the solar plexus chakra (personal power)
- Brightens mood and helps clear mental fog
- A core stone in feng shui wealth and Vastu cures
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Caring for your Citrine
Cleanse monthly with running water or sage smoke. Recharge under sunlight (citrine is one of the few quartz varieties that does not fade easily). Avoid harsh chemicals and abrupt temperature changes.
Frequently asked questions
Is citrine the same as yellow topaz?
No. Citrine is a yellow variety of quartz; yellow topaz is a different mineral entirely (a fluorine-aluminium silicate). They are commonly confused because of their similar color, but topaz has a different crystal structure and a higher Mohs hardness of 8.
What chakra does citrine activate?
Citrine resonates with the solar plexus (manipura) chakra, the energy center associated with personal power, willpower, and confidence.
Where should I place citrine for wealth?
Feng shui places citrine in the south-east corner of a home or office to activate the wealth area. In Vastu, the south-east is also the ideal placement. Many merchants keep a small citrine cluster near the cash register or on the office desk.
Does citrine work for any zodiac sign?
Citrine is most beneficial for Leo, Gemini, and Scorpio. Its abundant, mood-lifting energy is considered universally compatible, but those signs report the strongest connection.
How can I tell if citrine is natural?
Natural citrine shows a soft, smoky-yellow tone often with subtle color zoning. Heat-treated amethyst (sometimes sold as citrine) tends to display a uniform burnt-orange color and white or cloudy crystal bases. Stone Mart sells only confirmed natural citrine.