Citrine is a real gemstone, but natural citrine is quite rare. Most citrine on the market is actually heat-treated amethyst or smoky quartz, which gives it the deep yellow to orange hues that people associate with citrine.

How to Tell if Citrine is Natural

• Color: Natural citrine has a pale yellow to golden hue, while heat-treated citrine tends to have a deeper orange or reddish tint.
• Transparency: Genuine citrine is translucent/ transparent, allowing light to pass through, whereas treated citrine may appear cloudy.
• Heat-Treated Amethyst: If the crystal has intense orange tips with a white base, it is likely amethyst that has been heated to mimic citrine.
• Inclusions: Natural citrine may have minor inclusions, while glass imitations are often flawless.

Is Heat-Treated Citrine Fake?

Heat-treated citrine is not fake, but it is not naturally occurring in its vibrant form. It is still amethyst, but its color has been altered through heating.

Article Written By Celebrity Astrologer Priyanka Sawant