Carnelian 10mm Round - 8-Inch Fancy Jasper Similar to Tiger's Eye

Similar to Tiger's Eye

” the Sinhalese word for “mixed color precious stone

known for its incredible hardness

from light blue to lapis blue to cobalt

whose color often caused ancient jewelers to confuse it with Emerald

Carnelian 10mm Round - 8-Inch Fancy Jasper Similar to Tiger's EyeCarnelian 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.