Natural Smoky Citrine Cathedral
- Jules
- May 8
- 3 min read
A Steady Presence, Grounding Light, Strength & Quiet Power
What is Smokey Citrine?
Some crystals feel soft and gentle… and others feel like they carry a deep, steady strength. This beautiful Smoky Citrine Cathedral, weighing an impressive 17kg, is one of those pieces.
There’s something very grounding about it. Solid. Supportive. Almost like it’s holding its own quiet space… and inviting you to do the same. With its natural blend of smoky bronze tones and warm golden light, it feels like a meeting point between Earth and sunlight… between grounding and growth.
The Energy of Smoky Citrine
Smoky Citrine is a natural combination of Smoky Quartz and Citrine, bringing together two beautifully balancing energies, grounding and manifestation.
It’s a gentle reminder that we can reach for more in life… while still feeling steady and supported.
It works closely with the Root Chakra (grounding) and Solar Plexus Chakra (confidence and direction), helping bring ideas into reality without losing your sense of balance. There’s something very reassuring about that.
This crystal supports:
Grounding and stability during times of change
Clarity of thought when decisions feel overwhelming
Emotional balance when stress begins to build
Confidence and personal power
Manifestation in a calm, aligned way
The Cathedral Formation
What makes this piece even more special is its Cathedral formation. You’ll notice the way the crystal rises in layers.
Like tiny points building around a central structure, almost like a sacred space carved in stone, they’re sometimes described as “light libraries”, crystals that hold and share energy and knowledge over time. There’s a presence to them that feels both ancient and quietly wise.
Cathedral crystals are often associated with:
Spiritual growth and higher awareness
Holding and sharing wisdom
Deep meditation and reflection
Accessing deeper layers of understanding
A Piece with a Story
This amazing Smoky Citrine Cathedral was a very much loved piece owned by Kathleen Murray.
It sat by her feet during the many courses and workshops she held in her home in Rhynie, quietly supporting the space, the energy, and the people within it.
Kathleen considered this piece to be a key member of her crystal healing group, alongside her beloved skulls. For her, this wasn’t just a crystal. It was her Earth Healing Crystal Temple.
She worked with it regularly to send healing energy out across the world, supporting Mother Earth, Gaia, and offering protection and grounding not only to the planet, but to her students too.
I’ve been incredibly fortunate (and honestly, quite humbled) to have been its caretaker over the past few years.
It doesn’t demand attention… but it’s always felt.
This Smoky Citrine Cathedral naturally becomes a centrepoint, both energetically and visually.
It’s perfect for:
A healing or therapy room
A meditation space
Practitioners working with clients
A grounding presence within the home
Anyone wanting to anchor calm, stable energy
A Little Note from Me
This piece has been part of my own journey too. It’s supported me in moments where grounding and clarity were needed most… and now, gently, it feels ready to move on. Not because its work is finished, but because its next chapter is waiting.
Some pieces come into our lives for a time… and then quietly move forward when the moment feels right. This is one of those pieces.
About This Piece
Crystal: Smoky Citrine Cathedral
Weight: 17 kg
Formation: Natural Cathedral Quartz
Origin: Kathleen Murray Collection
Energy: Grounding, manifestation, clarity, protection
This Smoky Citrine Cathedral is part of the Kathleen Murray collection, with a guide price of £6,000 or nearest offer.
I’m in no rush to move it on, it feels important that it finds the right home, with the right person. Sometimes, these pieces choose their person. If you feel drawn to it, trust that feeling.
You’re always welcome to come and spend some quiet time with it, or reach out for a private conversation.
Love Jules xxx
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