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Carnelian
Gemstone Information
Information * Loose gemstones
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In the eighth century, the Muslim leader Ja'afar ibn Muhammad proclaimed that wearing carnelian would guarantee the granting of all desires. This belief made this stone a popular talisman among the Muslims. In the 1700's, carnelian was known to bring luck, protection, and comfort. In the 1800's, carnelian was said to help those who needed courage to speak. This gemstone is used for clear thinking and to balance creativity and mental processing.
View
examples of cut
carnelian below
and prices in our store section.
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ENHANCEMENT CODE D
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code.
PROPERTIES
Refractive Index 1.535-1.539
Hardness = 6.5-7 (Moh's
Scale)
Specific Gravity =2.60
Species - Chalcedony
Optic Character - aggregate
WARNINGS FOR CARE
Ultrasonic: Usually safe
Steamer: Usually safe
Heat: Poor; color change may occur with heat
Chemicals that harm:
Hydrofluoric acid, nitric acid.
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Crystal Structure
Crystal system: Hexagonal fibrous aggregate.
MAJOR SOURCES
Brazil, India, Uruguay
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Birthstones |
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January |
Garnet |
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February |
Amethyst |
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March |
Aquamarine |
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April |
Diamond |
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May |
Emerald |
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June |
Pearl/Alexandrite |
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July |
Ruby |
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August |
Peridot |
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September |
Sapphire |
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October |
Opal/Tourmaline |
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November |
Topaz or Citrine |
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December |
Blue Topaz or Zircon |
Cabochon
is the popular cut used in jewelry for
carnelian.
Cabochons are smooth polished surfaces not
faceted.
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