Carnelian Uses
Mystical and magical, carnelian uses go as far back as the ancient Egyptians.
This deep orange quartz is sometimes referred to as agate. It is semi transparent to different degrees and can range from deep reddish orange to light yellow in color. It has a refractive index of 1.54 and the specific gravity is 2.60. This beautiful gemstone is found everywhere in the world.
Carnelian uses are many and varied. This stone is associates with the lower chakras. For physical healing, carnelian is said to help with lower back problems as well as arthritis. It is often used in the healing of reproductive problems for the female and is reputed to help increase fertility.
Carnelian uses in the metaphysical sense center around the second chakra.
The orange color of this stone is very warming and healing and aids in releasing energy into the system. It's a great stone for increasing physical energy and creativity. It can also aid in exhaustion and depression. This stone has historically been used to enlighten ones acceptance of the cycle of life and rid ones fear of death. This stone is a great motivator at work or in managing your life as it helps you make positive choices and gets rid of apathy.
Carnelian uses in jewelry go back to ancient times as well and was a sacred stone in ancient Egypt and Tibet. In fact, and ancient bracelet including carnelian was found in the Egyptian coffin of Hepy and dating from Dynasty 12–13 (about 1962–1650 B.C.)! The ancients used gold in their jewelry but most modern carnelian jewels typically are set in sterling silver and can be combined with a multitude of other gems. I personally like the way it looks with turquoise, especially if the carnelian has a deep reddish glow. You can buy carnelian in beads for necklaces, pendants, cabochons or as raw rocks either tumbled or as is.
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