Small citrine chips in a warm golden-orange tone, made from heat-treated amethyst. The 0.5–1.5 cm size is ideal for decorative jars, crystal collections or styling a space.
The stone of citrine
Citrine is the yellow-to-golden variety of quartz; these chips are made from heat-treated amethyst, which takes on its warm golden-orange tone through heat – a common, well-established practice in the trade. Its Mohs hardness is around 7. In crystal lore it is known as a stone of light, cheer and optimism, and tradition links it with good spirits, courage and openness to new possibilities.
Character and finish
These chips are raw, natural pieces, so every chip is unique: shade, shape and size may vary slightly from the photo. That is not a flaw but the nature of a genuine mineral. Pieces typically range between 0.5 and 1.5 cm.
Ways to use it
Citrine chips look lovely in a jar, in a crystal corner or on a sunny shelf, and are popular for craft projects too. Their warm golden-orange brings a cheerful, sunny mood to a room.
Care and good to know
This is a durable mineral (Mohs hardness around 7), yet it is worth protecting from knocks and abrasive surfaces. Now and then you can rinse it under lukewarm water and pat it dry. To protect its warm colour, keep it away from prolonged, strong sunlight.