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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
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Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Five Motif Carnelian Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Here we have an iconic bracelet from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Van Cleef
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Alhambra Carnelian Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Vaughan, CA
An 18k yellow gold, carnelian bracelet from the Vintage Alhambra collection by Van Cleef & Arpels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Van Cleef & Arpels Limited 2011 Carnelian Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold carnelian and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Carnelian, Rose 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 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 Vintage Alhambra Carnelian 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
. Taxes / $3,150 Excl. Taxes Model ARD38500 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Carnelian
Category

2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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