Carnelian Drop earrings

3/4 inch carnelian drops earrings, 24K vermeil petal earwires.

 These beautiful carnelian drops measure 3/4", and with the 24K gold vermeil petal earwires (24K matte gold over sterling silver), they measure 1 1/2" long.

Known as a stone of motivation and endurance, leadership and courage, Carnelians have protected and inspired throughout history. A glassy, translucent stone, Carnelian is an orange-colored variety of Chalcedony, a mineral of the Quartz family.

Carnelian which is orange in color is the true birthstone of those born at the end of summer, Virgo, (August 22-September 22), but also the whole month of August, from the 15th to the 20th Century. Orange crystals bring you joy, friendship, pleasure, and family togetherness.