Carnelian

Carnelian is a light-brownish red to deep transparent red agate also known as Mecca Stone, Pigeon Blood Agate and Sardoine. The word carne is derived from Latin meaning flesh and the red color is due to iron. The Carnelian Mineral is found worldwide but mostly in India. The Carnelian Beads are made by heating and shaping agate many times. Then the beads are drilled with a stone driller. There are bead that are 12 centimeters in length. Carnelian is a national gemstone of Norway-Sweden.

According to the Arabian and oriental culture wearing Carnelian protects from the evil of envious people. Carnelian also protect from those people who try to read minds and from nightmares. It has a tendency to control anger, jealousy and hateful feelings. It increases sexual desires and sexuality and promotes courage and confidence in its wearer. According to the western astrology it is associated with the zodiac sign Virgo and is a secondary gem of Aries and Scorpio by Hindu astrology. If a person dream of Carnelian it is said to portend an impending problem. It is also said to be the gem of guardian angel Hamatiel. It has some healing properties like prevent fevers, and improves ability of speech and can also heal blood related problems. Wear and experience the change and enjoy the full benefits of carnelian.

At semipreciosu.com a huge variety of carnelian pendants including Un Faceted Carnelian Pendant Set in Sterling Silver, Leaf Shaped Carnelian and Sterling Silver Necklace, a large Carnelian Pendant with Silver Necklace, Oval Carnelian Stone and many other designs of pendants. The Turquoise Carnelian Earrings are available at Crimson Threads and have green hued turquoise drops surrounded by carnelian beads and Bali silver. The Cameo Collection has Carnelian Shell Cameo features Diana, with special details. At Ruby Lane Sunset Over Oban-Crab Fire Agate Carnelian Celtic Knot Bead Necklace is a fabulous necklace. The Ancient Faience Carnelian Necklaces especially from Egypt are colorful and beautiful. The Egyptian necklace is of first century. There are some ancient necklaces from Rome and Germany too.

Except for jewelry making carnelian can be used for carving too, like Carnelian Elephant Carving, Carnelian Turtle Carving, and Absorbing Old Carnelian Carving Dragon Playing with Bead. The types of Carnelian Elephant Carving include Green Aventurine Elephant, Madagascar Carnelian Elephant, large Carnelian Elephant, Quartz Crystal Elephant and many other items. The jewelry items of carnelians are not mostly expensive and may vary due to the design and type of jewelry. Buy the carnelian jewelry and get the full benefit of this colorful stone. Make Carnelian a part of your jewelry collection or a part of your house décor.