Citrine Crystals

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Looking for a specific citrine? Natural points, cathedral clusters, or a custom size. Submit a sourcing request → Natural Citrine Crystals — Genuine Golden Quartz True natural citrine is one of the rarest varieties of macrocrystalline quartz. Its golden-to-amber color comes from trace amounts of iron (Fe³⁺) within the silicon dioxide crystal lattice — not from heat treatment. At Crystals.com, we are transparent about the difference: every citrine listed as "natural" is genuinely untreated, sourced directly from deposits in Brazil, Congo, and Zambia. Read our natural citrine vs heat-treated guide to learn exactly what to look for. Citrine crystallizes in the trigonal system with a Mohs hardness of 7, making it an excellent stone for jewelry, display pieces, and collectors. Natural citrine typically ranges from pale champagne to smoky golden hues — unlike heat-treated amethyst, which tends toward bright orange. Free shipping on all U.S. orders over $150. How to Choose Citrine Color authenticity. The single most important factor. Natural citrine shows subtle, smoky-golden tones that are consistent throughout the crystal. If you see bright orange, burnt sienna, or a white base with abrupt color change — that is heat-treated amethyst, not natural citrine. Every piece on this page is verified natural. Form. Raw citrine points preserve the natural crystal habit and are prized by collectors. Polished citrine towers and freeforms make clean display pieces. Clusters show the full geological context of how the crystals grew together. Origin. Brazilian citrine from Minas Gerais tends toward warm champagne. Congolese citrine often runs deeper amber. Zambian material can show a distinctive smoky-gold. Each locality has character worth knowing. Size vs. saturation. Deeper color in larger specimens is genuinely rare in natural citrine. A large piece with strong, even golden saturation is a meaningful find. Citrine in the Quartz Family Citrine shares its SiO₂ chemistry with every ot