Carnelian is a vibrant orange to reddish-orange variety of chalcedony, a microcrystalline form of quartz. It has been used for jewelry, seals, and decorative objects for thousands of years and was especially prized in ancient civilizations.
Carnelian is known for:
Warm sunset-like colors
Translucent to semi-translucent appearance
Smooth, glassy polish
Natural color variations from orange to deep red
Its color comes primarily from iron oxide impurities within the stone.
In crystal traditions, Carnelian is often associated with:
