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    Carnelian Faceted 8mm Round

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    Carnelian Faceted 8mm Round

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    Carnelian 8mm Faceted (64) Round Gemstone Beads (~50pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.

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    Carnelian 8mm Faceted (64) Round Gemstone Beads (~50pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" 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”.

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    Stone Type Natural
    Common gemstone enhancement and likelihood Dyed (Usually), Heat Treated (Usually)
    Origin World wide
    Shape Round
    Size 8mm
    Mohs scale ratings (hardness) 6.5 - 7