Carnelian 6mm Faceted Round - Large Hole Beads Stone Type_Angelite The name "heliodor" is derived

The name "heliodor" is derived from two Greek words: helios "sun

As a Serpentine

These inclusions range broadly in type and color and produce patterns that can look like gardens

This Lapis has been treated to enhance the blue color

which occurs in many colors

Carnelian 6mm Faceted Round - Large Hole Beads Stone Type_Angelite The name "heliodor" is derivedCarnelian 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.