A variant spelling of carnelian; a reddish-brown or orange-red semi-precious gemstone, a type of chalcedony.
Variant of carnelian, from Medieval Latin carnelus or Old French corneline, possibly from carnis 'flesh' due to its flesh-like color, or from Cornelian cherry.
Ancient Egyptians carved seals and amulets from carnelian because they believed the reddish stone had protective and life-giving powers—and the color really does look like warm human flesh.
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