Crushed Dark Orange and Red Carnelian (Grade A) from India, Medium Crush, Sand Size, 2mm - 0.25mm

Carnelian is a reddish-brown and orange variety of chalcedony, which is also a type of microcrystalline quartz. Historically, this mineral has been prized for its beautiful color as evidenced by ancient beads that date back to the Neolithic Age. In addition, this mineral was highly valued during the height of the Roman and Greek empires. This particular crushed carnelian is from India and has a gorgeous mix of orange, red, and reddish-brown hues.

Our medium material is considered to be sand sized (very coarse sand to fine sand), ranging between 2 millimeters to 0.25 millimeters. Please see the corresponding sediment size chart. 

Mineral Properties

• Mohs’s Hardness: 6.5 - 7
• Specific Gravity (g/cm3):  2.55 - 2.70
• Luster: Vitreous
• Color: Orange, Red, Reddish Brown
• Origin: India

This product is not man-made, mixed with resin, dyed, or stabilized. Pictures are taken in full sun and material is dry. Size measurements are using the metric system (millimeters), including the metric ruler (cm/mm) as shown in the product photos.