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Red cabochon gemstone ring

The stone may be carnelian (orange-red chalcedony, SiO₂); the image is insufficient to identify it reliably.

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Smooth, opaque-to-translucent red cabochon in a silver-colored setting. If carnelian, it is microcrystalline quartz, Mohs hardness 6.5–7; other red stones or glass can look similar.

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At a glance

Common name: Red cabochon gemstone ring
Scientific name: The stone may be carnelian (orange-red chalcedony, SiO₂); the image is insufficient to identify it reliably.
Category: gemstone
Identified: October 5, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $10–$100 for a common silver ring with carnelian; substantially more if the stone or metal is confirmed as valuable.

Not an official valuation

AI estimate for general interest only — not an appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, and market demand. Verify with a professional before buying, selling, or insuring.

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Physical properties

Smooth, opaque-to-translucent red cabochon in a silver-colored setting. If carnelian, it is microcrystalline quartz, Mohs hardness 6.5–7; other red stones or glass can look similar.

Formation & geological history

Carnelian forms when silica-rich fluids deposit chalcedony in rock cavities; its geological age depends on the source deposit. The ring setting is human-made.

Uses & applications

Jewelry and personal adornment; carnelian is also used for beads and carvings.

Geological facts

Red cabochons may also be garnet, ruby, dyed agate, or glass; visual color alone cannot distinguish them.

Field identification & locations

A jeweler or gemological tests such as refractive index and microscopy are needed for identification. Carnelian is found in deposits worldwide, including India and Brazil.