Golden yellow to amber
Citrine
Abundance, joy & confidence · Solar Plexus chakra
Citrine is the sunny golden quartz that glows like captured daylight, long nicknamed the “merchant’s stone” for its reputation with prosperity. Shopkeepers once kept a piece in the till, believing it drew in wealth and kept it flowing.
What it means
Citrine is read as a stone of abundance, joy and confidence — a gem of the sun that lifts the mood, attracts success and warms the spirit. It is the crystal of optimism, said to turn ambition into action and scarcity into plenty.
Who citrine is for
Citrine tends to draw people chasing a goal or shaking off a slump — anyone starting a business, wanting more confidence, or craving a brighter outlook. If you want to feel sunnier and bolder about going after what you want, this is the stone said to put a little gold in your step.
How citrine is used
For abundance
Kept in a wallet, till or workspace to invite prosperity.
For confidence
Carried before a big moment to bolster self-belief and drive.
For mood
Held to lift low spirits and reconnect with optimism.
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Citrine FAQ
What does citrine mean?▾
Citrine is the stone of abundance and joy, nicknamed the “merchant’s stone”. Linked to the solar-plexus chakra, it symbolises prosperity, confidence and a sunny outlook.
What is citrine used for?▾
In crystal lore it is used to attract success, build confidence and lift the mood. It is an entertainment tradition, not financial or medical advice.