SKU: 147354
Triangular Carnelian Stone Beads 56 Inch
Bead Size: 25 - 50 mm diameter. See picture with ruler for size comparison.
$150.00
Description
Carnelian is a variety of chalcedony and is a microcrystalline quartz. As a chalcedony, carnelian is formed from the intergrowth of two silica minerals with differing crystal structures: quartz and moganite. Carnelian appears in a vibrant range of fire-orange reds to brown-reds and has a dull, waxy luster (as opposed to the vitreous quality of crystal quartzes such as amethyst). The reddish tints in the translucent stone are due to one of its ingredients: iron oxide. Carnelian can be confused with jasper, which is usually considered a chalcedony.
Carnelian is most commonly found in India, Brazil, Siberia and Germany.
AG0623
Approximate Age: Late 19th - Early 20th Century
Country of Origin: Europe
Size Details
Bead Size: 25 - 50 mm diameter. See picture with ruler for size comparison.
Condition
Damage/Repair: Cracks and chips.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.