Carnelian (excellent color and quality)

Mozambique
Gems, 2.51 ct, 10.51 mm x 8.19 mm
Start Time: 04/23/2009 8:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 04/30/2009 8:30:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Carnelian is classified as a variety of Chalcedony, which is actually a variety of Quartz. So this is a subvariety of cryptocrystalline Quartz. Carnelian is beloved for its rich red and orange hues, and typically is not found in facet grade material. This stone has a fiery orange color with a "jelly-like" appearance, not unlike Fire Opal. The stone is very good quality compared to most Carnelians that I have seen due to the bright color - there is not hint of brown in the stone - and excellent transparency/translucency. The gem has an "Oval" cut, and is a superb facetted stone of this material. This gem is one of the largest examples of this material that I have had to offer, so don't miss out as I only have a few left.

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