Carnelian 3-4mm Irregular Barrel Bead - 13-14mm Green Aventurine The shell is known for

The shell is known for its distinct knobs on the ridges

Most turquoise is mined from veins found in the surrounding stone

the dragon slayer

In this strand

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Carnelian 3-4mm Irregular Barrel Bead - 13-14mm Green Aventurine The shell is known forCarnelian is a glassy, translucent stone that can appear with such bright orange hues that the ancient Egyptians called it the setting sun. Most deep red Carnelian has been heat treated to darken the beautiful orange and red tints that are created by iron oxides in the stone. Ancient warriors wore Carnelian for courage and power, and it has been used throughout history for various purposes, including to ward off illness and the Plague.