Carnelian Jewelry

The Oriental and Arabic cultures believed wearing Carnelian Jewelry would protect you from the evil of envious persons.

In the Middle Ages, people believed Carnelian a great protector, citing is as a protector from those persons trying to read your mind, nightmares, enchantments, as well as guarding the home against lightning strikes and severe storms.

Thought to help control anger, jealousy and hateful feelings, increase sexuality and sexual desire and promote courage and confidence.

Associated with Virgo by Western Astrology and a secondary gem of Aries and Scorpio by Hindu Astrologers.

Carnelian is an important gemstone in opening a closed 2nd Chakra (Sacral). Natural healers use Carnelian to quell anger, clear negative energy and sorrow (usually the source of anger). It is used to protect against rage and fear.

Said to favor women named Clara.

An amulet of Carnelian carved with a man bearing a sword is said to provide protection from storms, lightning, and spells.

The national gemstone of Norway-Sweden.

To dream of Carnelian is said to portend an impending problem.

Hebrews associate the gemstone with Thursday and children born on that day.

Carnelian is said to be the gem of the guardian angel, Hamatiel.

Healing Properties: Claims many healing properties including preventing fevers, the ability to increase the strength and glibness of speech. Also thought to aid with blood problems. An amulet with a rich man holding some beautiful object, carved of carnelian, is said to be powerful in staunching the flow of blood.

Scientific Properties: Composed of Silicon Dioxide (Quartz). Chalcedony with red hues related to iron oxides. Found commonly around the world. Hardness: 6.5-7.0 on the Moh's Hardness Scale

Disclaimer: Newage Enterprises makes no claims as to the healing properties of this gemstone. We provide information on legends surrounding this stone's mystical and healing properties which allow the informed user to make their own decision.

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