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{Description}Carnelian Red Agate Faceted Bicone Trade BeadsCarnelian, also known as red agate, stands as a semi-precious gemstone, a variant of chalcedony tinted by iron oxides, exhibiting a spectrum of colors from milky white to earthy red-brown. Adorned since ancient times in jewelry for its aesthetic appeal, carnelian held mystical attributes in various cultures, believed to instill courage, promote fertility, and cure illnesses. Originally mined in India or Brazil, carnelian gained prominence in Africa through Arab traders traversing the Sahara. Particularly cherished among the Fulani, Wodaabe, and Tuareg peoples in West Africa, carnelian beads were sourced from India or Brazil via Idar-Oberstein in Germany, each with distinct characteristics. Idar-Oberstein, renowned for its lapidary expertise, emerged as a significant hub in the gem-processing industry, employing techniques such as soaking agate in melted iron nails to enhance color. While imitations exist, genuine Idar-Oberstein beads, often faceted, boast various cuts and shapes, preserving their historical and cultural value in contemporary times. Photo is an example. Yours will be similar. This strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn \"as is,\" the raffia holding it together is not durable and may break with use. For this reason, we recommend that you restring the beads before wearing them. Strand Length: 26 inches (including string/raffia).Bead Size: 11-15 mm diameter. See picture with penny for size comparison. 151626 Carnelian Red Agate Faceted Bicone Trade Beads
Carnelian, also known as red agate, stands as a semi-precious gemstone, a variant of chalcedony tinted by iron oxides, exhibiting a spectrum of colors from milky white to earthy red-brown. Adorned since ancient times in jewelry for its aesthetic appeal, carnelian held mystical attributes in various cultures, believed to instill courage, promote fertility, and cure illnesses. Originally mined in India or Brazil, carnelian gained prominence in Africa through Arab traders traversing the Sahara. Particularly cherished among the Fulani, Wodaabe, and Tuareg peoples in West Africa, carnelian beads were sourced from India or Brazil via Idar-Oberstein in Germany, each with distinct characteristics. Idar-Oberstein, renowned for its lapidary expertise, emerged as a significant hub in the gem-processing industry, employing techniques such as soaking agate in melted iron nails to enhance color.
While imitations exist, genuine Idar-Oberstein beads, often faceted, boast various cuts and shapes, preserving their historical and cultural value in contemporary times.
Photo is an example. Yours will be similar. This strand is not intended to be a ready-to-wear necklace. Although the strand can be worn \"as is,\" the raffia holding it together is not durable and may break with use. For this reason, we recommend that you restring the beads before wearing them.
Strand Length: 26 inches (including string/raffia).
Bead Size: 11-15 mm diameter. See picture with penny for size comparison.
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