Carnelian 6x8-9mm Irregular Rice Bead with Round Bead Spacers - 15-16 Inch hps_04092026 black biotite

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Hydrogrossular garnet is an especially rare gemstone

making them a popular choice for casual and bohemian-style jewelry designs

intricate appearance resembling agate due to silica and mineral inclusions from the smelting process

Shiny and sparkling at the same time

Carnelian 6x8-9mm Irregular Rice Bead with Round Bead Spacers - 15-16 Inch hps_04092026 black biotiteCarnelian 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.