Citrine’s worth is also determined by numerous factors, including whether or not it is natural, or heat treated. The general ballpark per carat is within a range of US $10 to $30. Citrine gemstones cut to maximize their brilliance and colour fetch a higher price, as are the stones free of any blemishes or inclusions.
Is citrine stone valuable?
The most highly valued citrine color is a deep red-orange valued at around $30 dollars per carat, and found most often in Brazil – gemstones of this color are sometimes called fire citrine. The lighter varieties of pale yellow citrine color, found often in Bolivia, have a lower value of around $10 dollars per carat.
How can I tell if my citrine is real?
The Classic Glass Method As with all gemstones, Citrine is often faked by using colored glass. Luckily for us, Glass Citrine is a very poor representation of the original as Citrine is a very clear gemstone. If you see even a single bubble inside the gemstone, it’s glass. Real Citrine will not have any bubbles at all.