Lemon quartz is a type of quartz that has been treated to give it a bright yellow color. It's also known as "oro verde", "green gold", and "lemon citrine".

Description

• Color: Lemon quartz can range from pale yellow to a rich, golden shade.

• Clarity: Lemon quartz is usually very clear with few inclusions.

• Luster: Lemon quartz has a glass-like luster.

• Hardness: Lemon quartz has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, making it durable enough for jewelry.

Formation

• Natural lemon quartz is usually a pale yellow color.

• Darker, more green specimens are often heat-treated or irradiated amethyst.

• The color is created through a heat treatment process involving iron-rich minerals or through irradiation followed by heat.

Uses

• Lemon quartz is a popular choice for jewelry because of its vibrant yellow color and sparkling clarity.

• It's also used in decorative items.