Citrine Meaning & Properties
November's birthstone; a warm golden quartz long associated with abundance, confidence and joy.
Citrine is one of the sunniest stones in any collection, prized for its warm golden colour and the meaning that's followed it for centuries. This guide is part of our complete guide to crystal meanings and properties, and covers what citrine means, the energy it's traditionally associated with, and where to find it across our jewellery.
What Does Citrine Mean?
The citrine meaning has stayed consistently warm across centuries: abundance, confidence and joy. Its name comes from the French "citron," meaning lemon, a nod to its bright golden colour, and it's long been known as the Merchant's Stone, kept in shops and tills as a symbol of prosperity and success.
In more recent tradition, citrine is understood as a stone of personal power and positivity, worn to boost confidence and invite good energy rather than to guard against anything. It's this meaning, more than any other, that explains why citrine remains a favourite gift for someone starting something new.
Citrine Properties & Energy
Citrine's energy is traditionally described as bright, warming and uplifting, said to encourage confidence and a positive outlook rather than calm or stillness. It's associated with the solar plexus chakra, tied to personal power, self-worth and motivation.
Many people keep citrine nearby when starting a new venture, or wear it as everyday jewellery to carry a little of that sunny, self-assured energy through the day. Unlike some stones, citrine is rarely used for protection; its meaning leans firmly toward growth and positivity.
Citrine Birthstone Meaning
As the citrine birthstone belongs to November, it's traditionally given to mark a November birthday, carrying meanings of warmth, confidence and abundance into the year ahead. Its golden tone makes it a distinctive alternative to topaz, November's other traditional birthstone.
Shop Citrine Jewellery
Every piece is set in sterling silver, the only metal we work in, so your citrine jewellery is built to be worn daily and kept for years.
Citrine Necklaces
A warm golden pendant worn close to the heart; our most reached-for way to carry citrine's meaning every day.
Shop the Astral Citrine Necklace →Citrine Earrings
A quieter, everyday way to wear citrine, catching the light with every movement.
Shop the Lyra Citrine Earrings →We're building out our citrine bracelet range, so if that's what you're after, check back soon or explore the full citrine collection for what's currently available.
Citrine Tumble Stones
For those who'd rather hold the stone itself than wear it, a citrine tumble stone offers the same meaning in its simplest form; smoothed, polished, and easy to carry in a pocket or keep on a desk. It's often the first way people bring citrine's warmth into daily life before choosing it as jewellery.
Not Sure Citrine Is Your Stone?
Citrine suits a bright, confident energy, but it isn't the right fit for everyone. If you're not sure where to start, we can help you find the stone that's meant for you.
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What does citrine symbolise?
Citrine symbolises abundance, confidence and joy. Known as the Merchant's Stone, it's traditionally kept as a symbol of prosperity and a positive outlook.
Can citrine be worn every day?
Yes. With a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, citrine is durable enough for daily wear as a necklace or pair of earrings, though it's best kept away from harsh chemicals and prolonged direct sunlight, which can fade its colour over time.
What is citrine's birthstone month?
Citrine is a birthstone for November, traditionally given as a meaningful gift to mark a November birthday.
How do I cleanse a citrine crystal?
Citrine can be cleansed by resting it under sunlight or moonlight, or passing it through incense smoke. Unusually among crystals, citrine is also said to cleanse itself and doesn't hold onto negative energy the way some stones do.