Citrine was one of the first stones I was introduced to by a crystal healer. At least, I was told it was Citrine. I found out later it was heat-treated Amethyst. I had mixed feelings about this. Something “man-made” just did not seem that it should work in the same way as a natural crystal. And yet, I was still drawn to this pale and sparkly yellow stone. I have come to realize that heat-treated stones may have some different properties than the originals due to vibrations of their new coloring, but that they are still just as powerful for healing.

I have decided to combine heat-treated Amethyst and true Citrine into one article because, although I do feel a bit of a difference in their energies, the properties and healing benefits and largely the same. Also, I have found that many people who are new to crystals are unaware that the pretty yellow stones labeled Citrine in the crystal shops are very often actually Amethyst and when looking up Citrine’s properties, many people are actually seeking information about their heat-treated Amethyst. In my experience, Citrine tumble stones are almost always Amethyst as well as those orange-yellow clusters that look suspiciously like an Amethyst Cluster. Most of the natural Citrine I have seen has been in crystal point form, is rather expensive and has a slightly different shade of yellow.

Physically: Citrine (both varieties) are good for increasing energy. They are supportive of the digestive and elimination organs, as well as the metabolism, making them good choices for those trying to lose weight. They also ease headaches and migraines and aid with spinal health.

Mentally: Both varieties of Citrine aid communication skills. They are also known to assist with professional success and obtaining abundance.

Emotionally: These sunny, yellow stones dispel depression and anger. They also increase feelings of optimism and positivity. They are helpful to people who are suffering from anxiety, depression and other mental illnesses or people who are just going through a particularly rough patch.

Spiritually: These stones are known to enhance imagination and visioning skills and can be wonderful for using during meditation and manifestation practices. They also balance and clear the Solar Plexus Chakra.

Citrine and heat-treated Amethyst are among my favorite stones to use for clearing and balancing the Solar Plexus Chakra and I always keep plenty of them around for this purpose. While Citrine can be expensive, heat-treated Amethyst is an inexpensive alternative that is easy to find in almost all crystal shops.