{"product_id":"colgante-citrino-ahumado-electroformado-cobre","title":"Smoky Citrine Pendant - Copper Electroformed","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted pendant made of raw natural citrine, electroformed in copper. The crystal displays a natural gradient from golden yellow to smoky, with a hint of amethyst at the tip — a legacy of an interrupted geological transformation process. A unique collector's item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePiece Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMineral\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoky Citrine (quartz, SiO₂)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e68×30 mm (full pendant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural raw point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural, unpolished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eTechnique\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper electroforming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMetal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper (electroformed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eStone origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUntreated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003ePiece type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUnique handcrafted item\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eIncludes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack leather cord, 60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThis specific piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gradient of this point is particularly striking: the base starts with a clean golden yellow and gradually darkens towards smoky, ending in a small area of natural amethyst at the tip. This phenomenon occurs when geological heat transforms purple quartz into yellow but does not complete the process throughout the entire length of the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe edges and tip show natural markings typical of raw mineral — small surface irregularities that certify the crystal has not been retouched. The copper was deposited through electroforming: atom by atom, with continuous electric current for 8 to 24 hours, following the exact relief of the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCitrine in lapidary tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural citrine is one of the rarer varieties of quartz; most citrine on the market comes from heat-treated amethyst. The natural golden-yellow color comes from traces of iron in the crystal lattice modified by geological heat, without human intervention. The simultaneous presence of smoky and amethyst zones in the same point indicates that the crystal grew in a variable geological temperature environment. In crystal tradition, citrine is associated with mental clarity and creative energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it natural or heat-treated citrine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural. The color comes from iron in the crystal structure modified by geological heat, without human treatment. The smoky zone and the hint of amethyst at the tip confirm its natural origin: citrine from treated amethyst has a uniform color without transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat causes the mentioned imperfections at the tip?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are natural marks from crystal growth and raw mineral extraction: small irregularities on edges or surfaces that do not affect the integrity of the piece. They are the signature that the crystal has not been retouched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is electroforming?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handcrafted process where pure copper atoms are deposited onto the stone using continuous electric current, submerged in a special solution. The metal grows directly onto the stone's contour for 8 to 24 hours. The result is a fit that does not force or alter the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in the shipment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant is shipped with a 60 cm black leather cord, ready to wear. The cord can be replaced by any chain 2 mm or less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I care for this pendant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged contact with water, sweat, and cosmetic products. Clean with a soft dry cloth. Copper may develop a natural patina with use — this is part of the piece's evolution. Full guide at \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/cuidado-de-tus-joyas\"\u003ejewelry care\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSee also our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/colgantes\"\u003ehandcrafted pendants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anima Mundi Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54516856586563,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/8818\/4355\/files\/2026-02-1413.00.25.jpg?v=1780247464","url":"https:\/\/animamundicrystals.com\/en\/products\/colgante-citrino-ahumado-electroformado-cobre","provider":"Anima Mundi Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}