Citrine is one of those stones that should _NOT_ be cleansed with water or salt...as it can become pitted and gummy.
Spiritually -
Encourages individuality, self-confidence and courage to face and enjoy life. Also encourages a desire for variety and new experiences and self realization.
Emotionally -
Bestows ' joie de vivre'(joy of life). Helps to overcome depression and free oneself from oppressive influences. Makes one extroverted and encourages self-expression.
Mentally -
Helps us digest impressions we have received, stimulates ability to confront and help ourselves, to draw conclusions rapidly and understand them.
Physically -
Stimulates digestion, promotes working of the stomah, spleen, and pancreas, alleviates diabeties in early stages. Fortifies nerves and has a warming effect. Also to balance the thyroid and activate the thymus. (I AM NOT A PHYSICIAN)
Citrine should be worn in contact with the skin or used for example as a sphere or a crystal for meditations.
The coloring of citrine can go from yellow-golden brown-amber.
This is one of two minerals that does not hold or accumulate negative energy...it does however dispel it and transmute it. this IS one stone that NEVER needs cleansing!
Used to balance the yin-yang energy and aligning all chakras. It not only assists in aquiring wealth but helps maintain the state of wealth. It is known as the 'merchants stone'.
Excellent for clearing the aura, and aligning the auric body. Opens and activates the Navel and Solar Plexus Chakras. Stimulates both mental focus and endurance. In a faceted form stimulated the crown chakra.