Lemon Quartz

Colour: Lemon-Yellow

Name derivation: Derived from its appearance – Intense shade of lemon-yellow

Symbolism: Vitality, Zest for life

Gemstone family: Quartz

Birthstone: January (Alternative)

Hardness: Moh’s Scale 7.0 (hard)

Geography: Africa, South America

Cleaning procedure: Clean using warm soapy water. Avoid prolonged exposure to bright light. Must not be cleaned ultrasonically or by steam cleaning

Value factors: Intensity of colour; Brilliance and “life” of stone; Size of stone