Lemon Quartz is a variety of macrocrystalline quartz (silicon dioxide, SiO2) that exhibits a bright yellow to lemon-yellow color. The yellow color of lemon quartz is typically caused by trace amounts of iron within the crystal lattice. The name "Lemon Quartz" is derived from its color, which resembles the bright yellow of a lemon.

Lemon Quartz forms in hydrothermal veins or in pegmatite deposits from silica-rich solutions under conditions of high temperature and pressure. The yellow color of lemon quartz can occur naturally due to trace amounts of iron. In some cases, natural quartz crystals may undergo irradiation treatment to enhance or modify their color to achieve the lemon-yellow hue. Heat treatment may also be used to stabilize the color. Once treated or naturally colored, quartz crystals are cut and polished to enhance their clarity and brilliance for use in jewelry and decorative pieces.

Lemon Quartz is valued in the jewelry industry for its bright and cheerful yellow color, which makes it a popular choice for earrings, pendants, and rings. It is often used as a less expensive alternative to yellow sapphire or yellow diamond.

Quartz, also known as “Rock Crystal”, is pure silicon dioxide. Quartz is named from the Greek word “krystallos”, meaning “ice”. Quartz is a mineral composed of silicon and oxygen, with a chemical composition of SiO₂. All other varieties of Quartz, such as purple Amethyst, yellow Citrine, green Praisolite, or pink Rose Quartz are colored due to tiny inclusions in the silica. Quartz is the most abundant mineral on Earth and found all over it! Most of the sand in the world's beaches is actually the mineral Quartz. Quartz is resistant to weathering so as some rocks weather away, Quartz will remain. It forms at all temperatures and is abundant in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks.

Lemon Quartz is an enchanting gem of positivity, clarity, and creativity. It brings light, clarity, and healing into your life with its ability to amplify energy, clear negativity, and enhance personal and spiritual growth. Lemon Quartz is a powerful stone for manifestation. Its high vibrational energy amplifies your intentions and attracts abundance into your life. Lemon quartz’s uplifting energy has profound effects on emotional healing and well-being. It helps to release emotional blockages, heal past traumas, and promote a sense of inner peace and happiness.

Hardness: 7

Color: Yellow

Structure: Triagonal/Rhombohedral

Care: Remove before contact sports, weight lifting or activities where it may come into contact with force. As always, it should be stored away from minerals higher on the MOHs scale.

Cleaning: Warm water, mild soap, and soft cloth.

Feng Shui Placement: Lemon Quartz is incredible to keep in the dining room.