Carnelian 3-4mm Irregular Barrel Bead - 13-14mm Chinese Turquoise Cabochon The name is derived from

The name is derived from the Charo River in eastern Siberia

Agate has been discovered with artifacts from cultures of the Neolithic Period

which provides sufficient hardness for the stone to be cut

It is composed of silicon dioxide

1-2 large ranging 20-30mm

Carnelian 3-4mm Irregular Barrel Bead - 13-14mm Chinese Turquoise Cabochon The name is derived fromCarnelian 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.