Citrine

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Color range: light to dark yellow

Citrine is a beautiful yellow stone. Named from the French name for lemon, "citron," many citrines have a juicy lemon color. Like amethyst, citrine is a gem variety of quartz. The gem's varying yellow color comes from trace elements of iron. It is a popular less expensive alternative to the much more expensive yellow sapphire or yellow diamond.

In ancient times, citrine was worn as protection against snake venom and evil thoughts.

Citrine is thought to stimulate both mental focus and endurance.  It can help dispel fundamental levels of fear, brightening even the darkest corners of one's perceived reality and helping one to "laugh without restraint".  It is very useful in assisting to penetrate problems and expedite solutions.  Augments happiness, prosperity, generosity, creativity, pleasure, protection, strength, alignment, confidence, stability, energy, comfort, truth, goodness and warmth.  It helps assimilation, enjoyment of life and spiritual growth.  This is a stone of success in all walks of life. It can also be helpful in the treatment of digestive and blood circulation disorders. 

Citrine is considered an alternative to topaz as the birthstone for November and the gemstone for the astrological sign of Sagittarius.  It is the anniversary gemstone for the 17th year of marriage.

Note:  Wexna found a real citrine on the way to Ta'Illistim with Selena.