A pale yellow or golden variety of quartz crystal, valued as a gemstone; also means yellow-green or golden in color.
From Old French citrin, from Latin citrus (citron, lemon), because the stone resembles the color of citrus fruits. Has been prized as a gemstone since ancient times.
Citrine is called 'the merchant's stone' because medieval traders carried it believing it brought prosperity—ironically, most citrines sold today are actually heat-treated amethyst, showing how ancient gemstone magic is now just clever chemistry and business.
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