Citrine Chalcanthite especially the pieces from around

especially the pieces from around Shigar

Specimen # BOL711B171

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This attractive thumbnail specimen hosts several sharp

Citrine Chalcanthite especially the pieces from aroundCitrine is well known in the gem world, but a large percentage of Citrine gems on the market have been heated to turn them yellow. Typically, these stones start out as natural Amethyst and are altered to create the yellow color. This practice is perfectly safe and accepted in the gem world, provided the buyer knows they are purchasing a heated stone. This particular stone was more than likely an Amethyst that was heated to create the color. With that