Red Carnelian China

The carnelian presented here is from China and shows a range of colors from translucent red to deep brownish-red. It is a variety of chalcedony and belongs to the quartz group. The stone is generally used in jewelry and ornamentation. Carnelian has been known since antiquity; it was used in both ancient Egypt and ancient Rome for making seals or jewelry due to its hardness and beauty. These stones are polished to highlight their smooth and brilliant luster.

Item sold separately and measures approximately 2 cm.