Carnelian
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Carnelian
Carnelian is a beautiful orange-red stone that looks like a tiny sunset! People have loved this gem for thousands of years.
Appearance
The Carnelian has a vibrant, fiery appearance, often displaying shades from bright orange to deep reddish-brown. It is typically translucent, allowing light to glow through its rich, warm hues, unlike opaque red stones.
KingdomAnimalia
Category
MineralRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Egyptians thought carnelian could protect the dead in the afterlife.
It was once believed to calm anger and bring courage to warriors!
Some ancient seals and rings are made of carnelian because it's so tough.
The famous treasure in King Tut's tomb included many pieces of beautiful carnelian jewelry.
Special abilities
Ability
Sculptor's Stone
Carnelian has a good hardness (6.5-7) that makes it excellent for carving intricate designs and shapes without easily scratching.
Ability
Everglow
Carnelian contains iron oxides that give it stable, warm colors, allowing it to maintain its beautiful fiery glow over time.
Ability
Light Catcher
Carnelian's translucency means light can pass through it, making it shimmer beautifully when held up to the sun.
Measurements & details
- Color Range
- Orange, Red-orange, Reddish-brown
- Hardness
- 6.5
- Luster
- Vitreous
- Specific Gravity
- 2.6
- Crystal System
- Trigonal
Traits
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Gemstone
A gemstone is a piece of mineral crystal which, when cut and polished, is used to make jewelry or other adornments.
Crystalline
Crystalline describes a mineral or rock composed of crystals, often exhibiting a regular atomic structure and geometric external form.
Natural
Natural refers to organisms, materials, or phenomena existing or produced by nature, not artificially created.
Also known as
Carnelian StoneSardius
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Handle gently and avoid sharp edges. Ask an adult before picking anything up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors can Carnelian be?
Orange, Red-orange, Reddish-brown
How hard is Carnelian?
6.5
What kind of luster does Carnelian have?
Vitreous
What is Carnelian's specific gravity?
2.6
What crystal system does Carnelian belong to?
Trigonal
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