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  • • Chakra: Sacral

    • Element: Fire

    • Mohs Hardness: 7

    • Sources: Czech Republic, Iceland, India, Peru, Romania, USA, Brazil, Madagascar, Germany, South Africa

History

Carnelian has been used throughout history by many different cultures, dating back over 4000 years ago. In ancient Egypt, it became known as the Sunset Stone and linked to the renewal of spirit and body. The Egyptians also believed that this stone would protect against evil, even in death. It was placed in tombs to be sure the soul had a safe passage into the afterlife. This stone was found on the death mask of the pharaoh Tutankhamen.

Carnelian also became a favorite of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures, used in signet rings and other types of jewelry. In ancient Greek cultures, it was used as a charm to attract true love. This stone soon became known as a symbol of higher class luxury. It was a semiprecious stone that was only accessible to the pharaohs and higher members of society, making carnelian a symbol of the wealthy and powerful.

General Information

Carnelian is a typically red to orange stone that is best known for its ability to increase self confidence and self worth. Its bold red to orange color has been known to boost energy, while increasing motivation and ambition, as well as attract new opportunities, prosperity and good luck. It can help you set boundaries, both in your personal and work life, while encouraging healthy relationships with those close to you. It can also help improve concentration, increasing focus and helping you stay on task to complete your goals.

Pairs with Carnelian

• Orange Calcite

• Citrine

• Rose Quartz

• Garnet

• Crazy Lace Agate

• Fire Agate

• Flower Agate

• Mookaite Jasper

• Sardonyx

• Shiva Lingam

• Vanadinite

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References

Cassandra Eason, Cassandra Eason’s Healing Crystals. (London, UK: Collins & Brown, 2020).

Emily Suzanne Rayow. Crystal Pairings: Powerful Crystal Combinations for Well-Being. (San Diego, CA: Thunder Bay Press, 2022).

Gemma Petherbridge, The Crystal Apothecary. (London, UK: Octopus Publishing Group, 2022).

Judy Hall, The Crystal Companion. (Blue Ash, OH: Walking Stick Press, 2018).

Judy Hall, The Encyclopedia of Crystals. (Gloucester, MA: Fair Winds Press, 2013).

Juliette Thornbury, The Crystal Fix. (London, UK: White Lion Publishing, 2021).

Karen Frazier, Crystals for Healing. (Berkeley, CA: Althea Press, 2016).

Maria Lyons & Amy Dicerson, Crystal Healing for Women. (New York, NY: Penguin Random House, 2020).

Philip Permutt, The Modern Guide to Crystal Healing. (London, UK: Ryland Peters & Small Ltd., 2021).

Rachel Hancock, Ultimate Guide to Crystals. (Fair Winds Press, 2022).

Disclaimer

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* Last Updated: 10/9/2023