November Birthstone: Citrine

The birthstones for November are Citrine and topaz. Citrine, the primary birthstone is named after the citrus fruit due to its yellow-orange color. Topaz is also commonly yellow and easily confused for Citrine. 

Citrine and Topaz Symbolism

What does Citrine represent? Citrine is said to reduce anger and create calmness in the mind. It is a self-healing stone, cleansing the body of any negative attributes. It harnesses the power of the sun, bringing happiness to one’s life.

November’s other birthstone option is topaz. This stone is often confused with Citrine and for a while it was believed that they were the same. This is due to the yellow color.

What does topaz represent? Topaz represents love and affection. It is said to be the bringer of abundance, granting the wearer a happy and fulfilled life.

Scorpio and Sagittarius Traits

Astrological signs for November are Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) and Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21).

Scorpios are direct, assertive, and passionate people. They seek answers and will persevere until one is found. Scorpios value longtime friendships, but it’s necessary to be honest and direct to stay in their good graces.

• A Scorpio woman is fascinatingly complex. She is forceful but can also be secretive. Don’t let this mislead you, although she may come on strong she has great capacity for kindness.
• A Scorpio man loves a challenge. He wants the chase and to be seduced, but still seeks honesty in relationships.

Sagittarius’ were made to travel the world. They are curious and energetic, able to turn their thoughts into actions. They have an open mind, enjoy freedom, and aren’t constrained by details.

• A Sagittarius woman is fun, outgoing, friendly, and sometimes a little wild. She speaks her mind and values independence.
• A Sagittarius man loves adventure and is excited by the endless possibilities life has to offer. He is a thinker, interested in philosophy, religion, and the meaning of everything.

November has many important dates in history and is a month of many interesting celebrities and public figures.

• November is known as National Beard Month or Movember in the US and Canada.
• US Presidential elections are held every 4 years on the first Tuesday in November.
• The Holland Tunnel, the first mechanically ventilated underwater tunnel in the world, opened in November 1927 in New York City
• In Indiana, November is the month in which people are most likely to hit a deer while driving.

Famous Birthdays in November

• Emma Stone, actress-November 6
• Adolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone-November 6
• Marie Curie, first woman to win a Nobel Prize-November 7
• Gordon Ramsay, chef and restaurateur-November 8
• Grace Kelly, film actress-November 12
• Ryan Gosling, actor-November 12
• Jimi Hendrix, singer and musician-November 27