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A-Grade Carnelian stone Round 8mm Beads ~ 38cm /15" Strand.
Variant of chalcedony, Carnelian is an opaque to translucent light orange to deep reddish/brown.
Name is derived from he latin word “carnem” meaning horn, in reference to the colour sometimes exhibited.
Widely used during Roman times to make signet or seal rings – it is said that hot wax does not stick to Carnelian. Also called “Mecca Stone” and “Pigeon’s Blood Agate”.
Variant of chalcedony, Carnelian is an opaque to translucent light orange to deep reddish/brown.
Name is derived from he latin word “carnem” meaning horn, in reference to the colour sometimes exhibited.
Widely used during Roman times to make signet or seal rings – it is said that hot wax does not stick to Carnelian. Also called “Mecca Stone” and “Pigeon’s Blood Agate”.
Additional Information
| Stone Type | Natural |
|---|---|
| Common gemstone enhancement and likelihood | Dyed (Usually), Heat Treated (Usually) |
| Origin | World wide |
| Shape | Round |
| Size | 8mm |
| Hole Size Approximate (mm) | 1.0 |
| Mohs scale ratings (hardness) | 6.5 - 7 |
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