Small citrine geode in amber color from Brazil

A compact citrine geode in amber color from Brazil. The warm golden-brown coloring characterizes the Brazilian amber variety and visually resembles fossilized resin.

The amber color in citrine is caused by particularly high iron concentrations in the original silica-rich solution. The warm golden-brown hue visually resembles fossilized amber resin, hence the name.

Brazilian citrine deposits in Rio Grande do Sul provide material in a wide color spectrum. The amber variety is a distinct color classification in gemology and is valued higher in the collector's market than lighter standard citrines.

The compact geode form is a classic collector's size. The polished cut surface shows the internal crystallography of the geode.