Cornelian Stone

Carnelian stone Meaning

Carnelian, also spelled as cornelian, is the stone that belongs to the quartz family of gems. In gem trade it is also known as red chalcedony and red agate. Cryptocrystalline quartz, carnelian's red color is due to the presence of iron impurities in the form of iron oxide. The stone is usually cut into cabochon, or into beads, and is also used for intaglios and cameos.

Cornelian stone looks very similar to sard. But sard stone is bit darker in color and also harder than carnelian.

Carnelian stone is a translucent gemstone whose color varies from orange to reddish orange. You may also find it in dark brownish orange color. Carnelian stone is given smooth cut (cabachon) that gives it a great look. Oval is the most common shape of cornelian semi precious stone.

Carnelian Stone History

The word carnelian came from the Latin word caro, carnis which means flesh. It is because of its color that resembles to flesh.

According to Egyptian believe, carnelian gemstone had powers in afterlife. It was believed by them that carnelian amulet would help the soul to pass into the next world. Because of this, various kinds of carnelian jewelry is found in the ancient Egyptian tombs.

European used to believe that carnelian jewelry would help and protect the wearer against evil and bring good luck.

Asians in India and Tibet were also used to believe that cornelian stone had the special powers.

Occurrence & Structure

Carnelian is found in the regions of Arabia and Egypt, India, China, Colombia, Saxony, Scotland, West Germany and USA. Beautiful imitations of cornelian are made by the staining of agate. It is used in making attractive jewelry and decorative pieces.

Carnelian Stone Healing Properties

• Carnelian is a self-esteem gemstone.
• Carnelian stone helps in cleaning the blood and also improves the outlook of the wearer.
• It stops the bleeding and assist in healing the wounds.
• Very good for career, decision making and self-actualization.
• Cornelian works like moss agate in stimulating the analytical capabilities.
• Carnelian stone is the stone of acceptance. By wearing this stone fear about death and rebirth sheds away.
• Wearer from the negative energy is protected so there is more love.

Carnelian Stone Mystical Powers

• Carnelian enhances the inner self and helps in strengthening concentration.
• This stone acts very fast and helps in getting success in career.
• It increases the creativity and dispels negative energies. It is a very good stone for the people who have the thinking that they are going nowhere.
• Balances the digestion.
• Enhances the formation of new blood cells.

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