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Is carnelian a delicate stone?
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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 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 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 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
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