{"product_id":"carnelian-butterfly-wings-carving-on-metal-stand-ornament-120mm","title":"Carnelian Butterfly Wings Carving on Metal Stand Ornament - 120mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vibrant \u003cstrong\u003eCarnelian butterfly wings carving\u003c\/strong\u003e mounted on a decorative \u003cstrong\u003emetal stand\u003c\/strong\u003e — an impressive 120mm ornament that showcases the warm, fiery orange tones of this ancient and beloved gemstone in an elegant, display-ready form. A striking centrepiece for any crystal collection, desk, or altar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnelian is a microcrystalline variety of quartz (chalcedony, SiO₂), coloured by iron oxide impurities ranging from pale orange to deep reddish-brown. It forms in volcanic and sedimentary environments, often found as nodules or within agate geodes. One of the oldest gemstones used by humans, Carnelian has been prized since ancient Egypt, Rome, and Mesopotamia for jewellery, seals, and amulets. Major sources today include India, Brazil, Uruguay, and Madagascar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposition: Microcrystalline quartz \/ chalcedony (SiO₂)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal system: Trigonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLustre: Waxy to vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparency: Translucent to opaque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific gravity: 2.59–2.61\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn crystal healing traditions, Carnelian is the stone of vitality, courage, and creativity — associated with the sacral and root chakras, motivation, confidence, and passion. The \u003cstrong\u003ebutterfly\u003c\/strong\u003e is a universal symbol of transformation, freedom, and the soul’s journey, making this carving a meaningful and beautiful piece for display, meditation, or gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Natural Carnelian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Approx. 120mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: Carved butterfly wings on metal stand\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: Crystal display, home décor, altar, gifting, collecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs a natural gemstone carving, colour intensity, banding, and exact patterning vary between pieces. Each ornament is unique.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54568911864141,"sku":"KCYMR","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0120\/7117\/files\/Butterfly_Wings_OnMetal_Display_Stand_Ornament_Carnelian_1_KCYMR.jpg?v=1787498705","url":"https:\/\/www.rockandfossilshop.co.uk\/products\/carnelian-butterfly-wings-carving-on-metal-stand-ornament-120mm","provider":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}