7.23 Ct. Cabochon Carnelian from Brazil

A marquise of summer dusk and warm hearth, this translucent red carnelian carries the kind of glow that seems to remember sunlight. Weighing 7.23 carats, its elongated silhouette measures 20.08 x 10.28 x 5.71 mm, carved into a graceful marquise shape and finished as a cabochon that cradles light rather than reflecting it in facets. At eye level the surface is eye clean, a quiet clarity that invites a closer look without distraction. The color is vivid and unwavering, a rich red warmth that feels both ancient and immediate, given life by an excellent polish that allows the silken surface to slide beneath fingers like a secret. This gem has been enhanced by dyeing to deepen its tone, a thoughtful alteration that amplifies its natural beauty, and it hails from Brazil, a land that has always offered stones with generous hearts. Imagine this carnelian set in a ring that speaks in low notes, or nested as the center of a pendant that leans into the collarbone like a whispered promise.

Pair this red carnelian with White Opal for a duet of fire and moonlight, the warm red glow meeting the opal chorus to create romance in contrast and complement. White Opal will bring iridescent flashes that dance around the carnelian calm, and the pairing feels like a sunrise held against a pearl white sea. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this piece as a storyteller in gem form, a companion for moments that are meant to be remembered and savored. For those who seek something soulful and tactile, this carnelian offers presence, ritual, and a steady pulse of color. If you would like further guidance on settings, complementary stones, or a bespoke mounting to honor this marquise gem, I am here to help you translate its poetry into an heirloom you will wear and cherish.