5.57 Ct. Cabochon Carnelian from Brazil

From the cool, iron rich formations of Brazil to the warm, polished surface that rests in your hand, this carnelian tells a story that begins deep within the earth, where silica rich fluids slowly filled cavities in ancient volcanic rock, crystallizing into layers of chalcedony that would one day reveal a rich reddish orange glow. Mined with care by local teams who have read the landscape for generations, this piece was selected for its translucency and its even, intense color intensity, traits that speak to both the original geology and the hands that recovered it. At 5.57 carat this pear shaped gem measures 14.14 x 10.13 x 5.67 mm, a size that carries presence without overwhelm, and its warm tones evoke sunlit terracotta and glowing embers. Carnelian has a long cultural history, worn by artisans and travelers, used as a protective amulet and a sign of vitality across many cultures, and knowing this gem began in Brazil and traveled across continents adds a layer of human story to its natural beauty.

The transformation from rough to refined cabochon is where human skill meets nature, and this carnelian was shaped into a classic pear cabochon to highlight its soft translucence and flawless surface, the dome catching and diffusing light in a way that makes the stone seem to glow from within. The clarity grade is eye clean evaluated at eye level, a testament to the careful cutting that avoided internal features that could disrupt the visual flow. To achieve the intense reddish orange that makes this gem so compelling, the stone has been enhanced by dyeing, a traditional treatment that seizes and clarifies natural hues while preserving the stone structure, and after treatment the gem received an excellent polish that feels silk smooth to the touch and reflects light with a jewel like sheen. The dimensions 14.14 x 10.13 x 5.67 mm and the pear shape make this gem ideal for a pendant that draws the eye toward the face, or for a bespoke ring where the elongated outline flatters the hand, and the weight of 5.57 carat ensures that the piece reads as meaningful and substantial while retaining everyday wearability.

As a piece offered by The Natural Gemstone Company this carnelian is presented not just as a material, but as the center of many possible stories that you may create, whether you are a maker seeking the perfect focal stone or a collector drawn to warm, wearable classics. Consider pairing this reddish orange carnelian with a White Opal accent to create a contrast that highlights the solid warmth of the carnelian against the soft play of opal fire, or set it alongside warm metals to echo the stone warmth, or cool metals to emphasize the jewel like glow. The Natural Gemstone Company can advise on mounting options that protect the cabochon profile while showcasing its domed surface, and our cutters recommend settings with protective bezels for daily wear and prongs for more open light exposure when maximum translucence is desired. This gem invites both simple, elegant designs and more narrative settings that incorporate symbolic metals and stones, and because it is eye clean at eye level with excellent polish and intense color intensity, it will read beautifully in photography and in person, catching both natural and artificial light.

Holding this carnelian you hold a fragment of the Brazilian earth and the work of many hands, and when set it will carry that story into daily life, a warm companion that moves with you. If you are considering this gem for a custom commission, The Natural Gemstone Company will provide detailed photos and dimensions, and can discuss the care that ensures the enhanced color remains vivid with gentle cleaning and avoidance of extreme heat and abrasive chemicals. Whether chosen for symbolic reasons, for its picturesque hue, or for its pleasing proportions at 14.14 x 10.13 x 5.67 mm and 5.57 carat weight, this pear shaped cabochon carnelian is a small treasury of geological time, artisanal skill, and design possibility, ready to become the next chapter in your collection, or the heart of a new heirloom piece.