Citrine Jewelry: November Birthstone
Named after the French word for lemon “citron”, this gem comes in citrus-y hues. Because of its sunny hue, citrine pairs especially well with warm yellow gold. It pairs perfectly with the main holiday in November: Thanksgiving. It’s a variety of mineral quartz and the color depends on where the stone came from originally.
COLOR: Citrine has a yellow hue that can range from light yellow to golden to brownish-red.
DURABILITY: Citrine has fair to good toughness. It is good for everyday wear with some care.
Citrine Jewelry Care
Is Citrine Jewelry Safe for Normal Wear?
While citrine has good toughness, all quartz family gemstones require extra care to prevent scratching. Sharp or extreme temperature changes can harm your citrine jewelry. It's best to remove citrine jewelry before cleaning or using harsh solutions, as certain household chemicals can also cause damage.
How to Clean Citrine Jewelry
KAY's gentle jewelry cleaner is a perfect cleaner for citrine. Wipe citrine jewelry dry with our polishing cloth before storing.
Other Ways to Clean Citrine Jewelry
It may be safe to use an ultrasonic cleaner on citrine jewelry but speak to a KAY associate first. Remember: you can always take advantage of KAY's free jewelry cleaning services.
How to Store Citrine Jewelry
It's best to store your citrine jewelry separately from harder gemstones like sapphires and diamonds to avoid any scratching. You can also wrap your citrine jewelry in a soft cloth if you need to store your jewelry in the same jewelry box.
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