Carnelian (excellent color and quality) Back to GEMSTONE CONSIGNMENT & $100 RESERVE PREMIUM GEM AUCTION - Ends May 27th

• Starting Time:5/20/2010 07:00:00 PM(CDT)
• Ending Time:5/27/2010 07:00:00 PM(CDT)

• Time Left:Auction Is Closed

• Size:6.17 ct
• Size Description:12.14 mm x 10.54 mm

Description:Carnelian is classified as a variety of Chalcedony, which is actually a variety of Quartz. So this is a subvariety of cryptocrystalline Quartz. Carnelian is beloved for its rich red and orange hues, and typically is not found in facet grade material. This stone has a fiery orange color with a "jelly-like" appearance, not unlike Fire Opal. The stone is very good quality compared to most Carnelians that I have seen due to the bright color - there is not hint of brown in the stone - and excellent transparency/translucency. The gem has a "Pear" cut, and is a superb facetted stone of this material. Retail value on this stone is $308.50