Carnelian

Carnelian is probably named after the color of the kornel cherry because of its color. It is brownish red to orange, translucent to opaque Chalcedony variety. In some cases portions of the stone are paler than others, and specimens with a pale central portion passing gradually into a dark colored exterior are not uncommon.

Many stones, which in the natural condition are of a dirty yellow color and unsuitable for gems, on being heated acquire the fine carnelian color, and with it a considerable increase in value.

When held against the light, the color variety shows stripes, natural carnelian shows a cloudy distribution of color.