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Carnelian, the reddish variety of chalcedony is a type of Quartz. Therefore carnelian is made up of silicon dioxide. Carnelian can also be spelled as Cornelian.
Carved Carnelian Gemstone Ear Drop
Carnelian comes in shades of orange from reddish orange to brownish orange. Carnelian gets its color from the presence of the Iron ore Hematite (Iron-Oxide Fe2O3)
Being a silicon dioxide carnelian is found in most parts of the World. Large deposits are found in Japan, India, Brazil, Uruguay and USA.
Yes, carnelian is the national gemstone of Sweden and Norway.
Oval Shaped Carved Carnelian Gemstone Ear Drop
Mohs Scale of Hardness: 6.5-7.0
Refractive Index: 1.54-1.55
Specific Gravity: 2.65
Square Cut Carnelian Gemstone
Carnelian is the birthstone of Virgo (Aug 23rd to Sept 22nd).
Carnelian is the gemstone for Thursday and Friday (If you were born on those days).
Carnelian is considered to have healing powers for healing skin conditions such as Psoriasis and Acne. It is also known to heal impotence and menstrual cramps.
It is also believed that Carnelian has a great ability to relieve mental stress.
Carnelian Ear Drops
Carnelian is used as a gemstone for ornamental and healing properties.
Carnelian is also used to make ornamental carvings. Carved carnelian can also be set as jewelry.
Carnelian was used in making wax seals because wax does not stick to carnelian.
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