Citrine is a transparent variety of quartz that is slightly yellow in color, typically found in volcanic rocks. Citrine’s color is due to the presence of iron hydroxide contained in quartz. It is also said to be the stone of joy and happiness and in ancient times it was used to ward off evil. It is mined in Brazil, Uruguay, Mexico and the Urals.
All minerals used for the creation of our kombolois are mostly gemstones used to craft jewelry. Please treat your komboloi with care. Inclusions, cracks and breakage surfaces are a natural phenomenon and should never be associated with wear and tear.