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Is carnelian a delicate stone?

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Is carnelian a delicate stone?
No, carnelian is not considered a delicate gemstone. At seven out of 10 on the Moh scale of hardness, it has a comparable hardness to other gemstones like amethyst and agate. Popular for its brown-red hue, carnelian is considered a semi-precious gemstone and is used in a variety of jewelry pieces. Browse a wide range of carnelian jewelry on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Van Cleef Carnelian on 1stDibs
Van Cleef Arpels 18K Gold Carnelian Diamond Alhambra Ring
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Flushing, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Carnelian Diamond Alhambra Ring STAMPED ON INNER BAND: VCA Au750
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Carnelian and Tiger s Eye Magic Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold necklace features 16 variously sized carnelian and tiger's eye
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Carnelian Diamond Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian and Diamond Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold. The earrings feature two tear
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18K Rose Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ $1,650 Excl. Taxes Model VCARN59L00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Carnelian Weight
Category

2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18K Rose Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Excl. Taxes Model VCARN6BO00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Carnelian Weight
Category

2010s French Stud Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS Magic Alhambra Carnelian Tiger Eye Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels 2-motif drop earrings from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection
Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Yellow Gold

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