Citrine Stone (Sunela Stone) 5.01 Carat (5.51 Ratti) Oval Mixed Cut

This Citrine Stone (Sunela Stone) weighs 5.01 carat (5.51 ratti) and measures 11.10 x 9.70 x 7.10 mm, with a golden yellow colour and an oval mixed cut. It is of Brazilian origin. It comes with an independent gem testing laboratory report included free of charge.

Citrine, known in India as Sunela (also written Sunehla), is the yellow to orange variety of quartz. Every Ratna Gems citrine comes with its own lab report, because a laboratory is what reliably tells citrine apart from look-alikes such as yellow topaz, glass and synthetic quartz. Much of the citrine on the market is amethyst heated to a warm yellow, a standard, disclosed trade practice that gives a stable colour; this stone is un-heated and un-treated.

Appearance

This faceted oval shows a golden yellow colour with a bright polish and facet reflections across its crown and pavilion facets. Citrine colour ranges from pale yellow to deeper orange and brownish-orange tones. The photos and video show this stone's exact colour, cut and clarity, so you can see exactly what you are choosing.

Traditional Use

In Vedic astrology, citrine (Sunela) is traditionally associated with Jupiter (Guru, Brihaspati), and some traditions use it as an upratna, or substitute stone, for Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj). Sunela and Pukhraj are different gemstones. Customers buying it for astrological use usually follow their astrologer's or Pandit ji's guidance. Citrine is also a November birthstone.

Care

Citrine has a Mohs hardness of 7 with good toughness, making it durable for a ring or pendant for everyday wear with sensible care. Easy habits keep it looking its best: clean it with warm soapy water and a soft cloth, and store it separately from harder gemstones such as sapphire and diamond, which can scratch it. Protect it from hard knocks that could chip a facet edge, and keep it away from heat, steam cleaners and sudden temperature changes, which can fracture citrine, and out of prolonged strong sunlight, which can fade some citrine. Avoid harsh chemicals, and use ultrasonic cleaning only if a jeweller confirms it suits the stone and setting.

Compare similar stones in our Citrine Stone (Sunela Stone) collection, or read the Citrine (Sunela) buying guide.

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