Cornelian Stone Beads
The
Cornelian Stone beads are considered as a mean that can mitigate bad
temper. In the ancient period, these beads were in possession of the
Great Napoleon. In the ancient period, these beads were mostly used
for intaglios, but in the recent period of time, these have been
gaining popularity for signet rings. People from all over the world,
like these beads due to their inexpensive beauty. These stone beads were given the name "Cornelian"after the color of the kornel cherry. These beads are available from translucent to semi-opaque form. The prominent colors of these beads are red, orange-red, and brownish chalcedony. Due to the presence of iron, these colors are found in the carnelian stone beads. For polishing these beads, wax is commonly used, because wax does not adhere with the surface of these beads. After getting polished by wax, these beads are being used in making signet rings.
Cornelian Stone
Chemical Formula: SiO2
Mineral Name: Chalcedony
Color: Varying shades of Red
Hardness: 7
Specific Gravity: 2.65 - 2.66
A cryptocrystalline quartz, carnelian's red color is due to the presence of iron impurities in the form of iron oxide. The stone is usually cut into cabochon, or into beads, and is also used for intaglios and cameos.
Carnelian is found in the regions of Arabia and Egypt, India, China, Colombia, Saxony, Scotland, West Germany and USA. Beautiful imitations of cornelian are made by the staining of agate. It is used in making attractive jewelry and decorative pieces.
