Histories and legends
Etymology
Contrary to popular belief, the name of the citrine comes from the Latin "citrus", which is not does not mean "lemon" but citrus fruit of the citron tree. By the way, citron comes from the Greek word "kédros" which translates by cedar.
This Latin root is found in the names lemon, lemon tree or lemongrass, but also in the pumpkin or citraria (former name of lemon balm) producing a yellow-colored infusion).
Long before they were attributed to stone citrine, the terms citrin and citrine qualify color adjectives. In some very of medicine, some writings mention citrine" ointments or balms "citrins".
History of heated citrine
Today, there are two types of citrine commercially available citrine or heated citrine. Citrine is a quartz and belongs to the silicates, more precisely tectosilicates with a hexagonal crystal system. It has a hardness of 7/10 on the Mohs scale, indicating good resistance chemical and mechanical.
In short, citrine is a stone of the same family as rock crystal and amethyst. The only difference is in their respective color. Note that the crystal rock is pure silicon dioxide, whereas citrine contains iron inclusions, while the giving it its yellow color when naturally heated by the magma.
So, to obtain heated citrine, it is necessary to is to quickly heat up amethyst between 500 and 600°C. Its color under the effect of heat will vary from violet to yellow. The iron and aluminium atoms change to a yellow color vivid.
This is exactly the same process for natural citrine, except that the process of caused by the magma, spreads out over several kilometres. decades. It's obvious that citrine is much more expensive than natural heated citrine industrially.
Heated citrine has a very intense color. yellow, darker, less translucent, even opaque compared to natural citrine. The the majority of citrines on the market are in fact heated citrines. They feature inclusions, pockets of water containing minerals held in stone and grow within it. In the natural environment, these pockets of water do not cause fractures. But heated quickly and industrially, they form fractures or welts, leaving traces of the and impurities.
The color of heated citrine depends on the color of the amethyst used. The more color is darker than that of citrine will be bright yellow. Crystal shape is also different, those of amethyst differ from those of citrine natural.
The deposits
So, the main citrine deposits are are those of amethyst, namely in Brazil, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil Madagascar or Zambia.
The benefits of citrine heated in lithotherapy
Benefits for your health psychic
Hot citrine, for its dynamic color, has a stimulating effect and boosts self-confidence. and self-esteem. It can be a great help for people suffering from shyness. Indeed, it to develop their personalities, to and open up to others. She provides great serenity.
The invigorating, positive energy that this stone is very effective in cases of doubt, of indecision and feelings of great sadness. This energy is very useful for life changes. It promotes well-being and reduces stress. It releases joie de vivre.
Furthermore, heated citrine reduces tensions in relationships with others, that whether at work or at home. Sound calming effect soothes anger and irritability resentments, fights anxieties and concerns.
This stone is said to be a stone of prosperity. It encourages success in the workplace. What's more, it improves concentration, inspiration and helps give the best of yourself.
Caution, however, citrine is said to is only effective occasionally, when the unlike natural citrine, which is used in a prolonged manner.
Benefits for your health physics
Citrine restores vitality and strength. to its wearer. It pushes the person to surpass himself, particularly in his fight against a permanent fatigue or lack of energy energy.
It is very effective against stress and combats its undesirable effects on the body. It transforms negative waves into positive ones and provokes a feeling of fullness.
It promotes the proper circulation of fluids the body, while helping to energize the body.
Heated citrine and signs associated astrological
Heated citrine has many virtues energizing and energizing, applied to all the natives of the zodiac. However, its efficacy is enhanced in signs following:
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Gemini: symbol of the communication, exchange and curiosity. This sign represents intelligence and trade. Wearing a heated citrine strengthens its self-confidence anxiety. This sign is very pleasant and spiritual, its company is often in demand. Always very active and very dynamic, he hates routine. He always needs to be stimulated intellectually. Underneath its superficial and confident, he lacks self-confidence. He loves movement and travel. In love, he is seductive, charming and enchanting. He multiplies conquests and can be very superficial. He is very afraid of commitment and of lose his freedom. But in time, he will calm down and finally be able to live a beautiful story of love;
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Lion: symbol of the power, royalty and generosity. This sign can be proud and overbearing. vanity. He adores flattery, luxury and parties. Despite his superior airs, he hides a fragile and needs to feel admired. The wearing of a heated citrine gives him self-confidence, a lot of confidence vitality and energy. He likes to be and share with his friends. He knows what he wants to do with his life and will use everything in its power to get it. Naturally loyal and whole-hearted, he can't stand pettiness and baseness. In love, he is passionate, ardent and full of desire. He is idealistic and quickly seeks the soul sister to start a family;
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Virgo: symbol of organization, measurement and perfection. This sign is hard-working, perfectionist complexed. Wearing a heated citrine helps her free herself of her complexes and gain self-confidence. This sign is linked medicine, health and dietetics. It is obsessed with order and cleanliness. We say that he's easy to criticize. However, he is very helpful and his logical mind makes wonders. He tends to hide his anxiety under a mask of coldness and indifference. In love, this sign is of great modesty and very unsentimental. Very shy and often complex, he prefers to keep to himself. If he decides to get married, it's more for the practical and romantic!
Heated citrine and the chakras related
Heated citrine is particularly effective on the solar plexus chakra. This chakra is located in the abdomen, below the sternum. This chakra is often described as yellow in color and is combined with bright sunshine inside of our body.
The combination of citrine heated to solar plexus chakra brings energy and vitality, while at the same time provoking adrenalin. This chakra is said to govern the digestive system.
Maintenance, purification and citrine recharging heated
As soon as a citrine stone arrives heating in your life, it is essential to purify it and recharge it with positive energy. These operations are to be repeated during a once a month or after use intensive.
Submerge your stone in spring water for about fifteen minutes in order to purify. You can use other purification methods such as fumigation or the use of a Tibetan bowl.
Recharge it in the morning or evening sunlight to lunar rays. Be careful not to expose it to the sun's rays in the afternoon, which could alter its color. To be on the safe side, deposit your heated citrine on a quartz cluster or on an amethyst druse for 24 hours.
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