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Chemical formula
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SiO 2 |
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Crystalline System
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Hexagonal/Trigonal |
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Class
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Oxides |
| Origin | Minas Gerais, Brazil |
| Size |
Medium: 3.0-4.0cm Large: 4.0-5.0cm |
Massive light yellow Citrine Quartz.
The name Citrino comes from the French citron (lemon). Its color can vary from pale yellow to orange.
The natural yellow color is due to the presence of iron (Fe3+).
The piece you receive may differ slightly from the photo shown, since the minerals are natural and no pieces are identical. The size is approximate.