Carnelian 8mm Faceted Rondelle 8-Inch New Cubes a mineral of the Quartz

a mineral of the Quartz family

Its name derives from the Sinhalese word “turamali

limestone and copper

a variety of Feldspar

Carnelian 8mm Faceted Rondelle 8-Inch New Cubes a mineral of the QuartzCarnelian is a glassy, translucent stone that can appear with such bright orange hues that the ancient Egyptians called it the setting sun. Most deep red Carnelian has been heat treated to darken the beautiful orange and red tints that are created by iron oxides in the stone. Ancient warriors wore Carnelian for courage and power, and it has been used throughout history for various purposes, including to ward off illness and the Plague.