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Carnelian

A warm pop of orange, wrapped by hand in our Nashville studio. Explore Carnelian in 14k gold-filled and sterling silver.

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Color: Light orange to deep orange
Family: A chalcedony, the fine-grained quartz that also gives us chrysoprase
Wear: Everyday-tough at 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale
A little history: Ancient Roman carnelian intaglios carried engraved figures and portraits, preserving a miniature art form used in rings and seals.

Gemstone characteristics

Color: Light orange to deep orange
Family: A chalcedony, the fine-grained quartz that also gives us chrysoprase
Wear: Everyday-tough at 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale
A little history: Ancient Roman carnelian intaglios carried engraved figures and portraits, preserving a miniature art form used in rings and seals.

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$198.00

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$138.00

Petite Rock Nest Ring

$158.00

33 gemstones

Mini Rock Necklace

35 gemstones

“Life is a great big canvas; throw all the paint you can on it.”
— DANNY KAYE

$198.00

Petite Rock Sandalwood Bracelet

$73.00

32 gemstones

Jewell Earrings

33 gemstones

Lots O' Rock Twist Nest Ring

$248.00

28 gemstones

Mini Hoops with Rondelle Charms

$78.00

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Lots O' Rock Nest Ring

$248.00

28 gemstones

Lots O' Rock Sandalwood Bracelet

$128.00

28 gemstones

Maggie Earrings

$73.00

41 gemstones

Rockdrop Elean Necklace

33 gemstones

7-Stone Mila Necklace

$148.00

41 gemstones

5-Stone Mila Necklace

41 gemstones

McClaine Earrings

$48.00

41 gemstones

Rockdrop Elean Earrings

$113.00

$78.00

Rockstar Sandalwood Bracelet

$218.00

25 gemstones

Small Sarah Earrings

$168.00

33 gemstones

XS Dominique Necklace

35 gemstones

Nugget Necklace

28 gemstones

1-Stone Raj Rock Nest Cuff

$368.00

$243.00

Rondelle Dominique Cuff

$358.00

3-Stone Raj Sandalwood Bracelet

$163.00

30 gemstones

Kate Rockdrop Earrings

33 gemstones

Raj Rock Lasso

30 gemstones

Rockstar Nugget Pendant

25 gemstones

20% OFF

Tres Threaders

$54.40

$68.00

41 gemstones

Petite Rock Nest Cuff

$208.00

Rockstar Twist Nest Ring

24 gemstones

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33 gemstones

Carnelian jewelry, made by hand in Nashville

Explore Judith Bright’s Carnelian gemstone jewelry, handcrafted in Nashville, Tennessee. Choose a design that feels like you, and let the gemstone bring its own color and character to the piece.

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Thoughtful, Personal, Timeless

The Pillars of Judith Bright Jewelry

Made One Piece at a Time

Every piece is made to order by skilled artisans in our Nashville studio; never mass produced, always made with care.

45 meaningful gemstones

With over 40 gemstones, each chosen for its symbolism, you’re not just picking a piece, you’re choosing what it represents in your life.

Designed to Last

We use 14K gold-filled and sterling silver materials for jewelry that stands up to everyday wear; no fading, no shortcuts.

Personal, From Start to Finish

From choosing your stone to receiving your piece gift-wrapped, every detail is designed to feel thoughtful and uniquely yours.