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Carnelian 10mm Round Beads

Carnelian 10mm Round Beads

A-Grade Carnelian gemstone Round 10mm Beads ~ 38cm/15" Strand
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A-Grade Carnelian gemstone Round 10mm Beads ~ 38cm 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
Origin World wide
Common gemstone enhancement and likelihood Dyed (Usually);Heat Treated (Usually)
Size 10mm
Shape Round
Colour Red
Hole Size Approximate (mm) 1.0
Mohs scale ratings (hardness) 6.5-7