Citrine price: what citrine is worth per carat
Citrine is affordable golden-to-orange quartz, so value comes almost entirely from colour — the richest, most saturated oranges lead, with natural stones carrying a premium.
What drives citrine price
Citrine is yellow-to-orange quartz, abundant and inexpensive, so colour quality dominates value. The most prized is a rich, saturated golden-orange, sometimes called "Madeira" citrine, with a reddish glow.
Colour & natural vs heated
Most commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst, which is standard and accepted. Genuinely natural citrine is less common and can carry a premium among collectors. Pale, washed-out lemon stones are the least valuable; deep Madeira-orange is the most.
Clarity & size
Citrine is a Type I stone that forms clean in large sizes, so fine material should be eye-clean, and size adds only a modest per-carat premium. Skilled cutting for even colour matters.
Citrine price — frequently asked questions
What colour citrine is most valuable?
A deep, saturated golden-orange — "Madeira" citrine with a reddish glow — is the most prized. Pale lemon stones are the least valuable.
Is most citrine heated?
Yes. Most commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst, a standard and accepted process. Natural citrine is less common and can command a premium.
Is citrine an expensive gemstone?
No. Citrine is abundant and affordable, so even fine stones are modestly priced; colour saturation is what separates cheap from better material.
How much is citrine per carat?
Prices are low overall and driven by depth of colour more than size. Use the calculator to estimate a range.
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