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Carnelian Tumbled Stone
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In stock
Up to 300
- Origin
- Southern Africa
- Treatment
- Not tested; carnelian is commonly heat-treated
Glowing orange to deep cherry-red chalcedony with a warm, translucent body. Hold one up to the light and the colour seems to come from inside the stone.
Priced per piece. Every stone is natural and hand-picked, so colour, pattern and size vary slightly from the photographs.
Properties
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mineral / group | Chalcedony (microcrystalline quartz) |
| Chemical composition | SiO₂ |
| Colour range | Orange, red-orange and deep red |
| Mohs hardness | 6.5–7 |
| Lustre | Waxy to vitreous when polished |
| Crystal system | Trigonal (microcrystalline) |
| Specific gravity | 2.59–2.63 |
| Transparency | Translucent |
| Common treatments | Commonly heat-treated; dyed agate is often sold as carnelian |
| Typical origins | Found worldwide wherever chalcedony forms, including Southern Africa |
Uses
- Jewellery: wire-wrapped pendants, charms and drilled beads.
- Collecting: a fine example of the stone, polished to show its natural pattern.
- Décor: bowls, vases, terrariums and display dishes.
- Lapidary and craft: a ready-polished piece for drilling, setting and mosaic work.
Care and cleaning
- Wash in warm water with a little mild soap and dry with a soft cloth. Quartz is hard, but a sharp knock can still chip an edge.
- Avoid ultrasonic and steam cleaners and harsh chemicals: microcrystalline quartz is slightly porous, and any dye or polish residue can be affected.
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