Carnelian- Polished Tumbled Gemstone

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Product information

Carnelian
Quality polished tumbled Gemstone

Carnelian is a semi-precious, iron-rich stone consisting of a dull red or reddish-white variety of Quartz / Chalcedony.
It has a glassy translucent tone reminiscent of autumn colours.
It is possible its name is derived from the Latin word for flesh, ‘caro’ or ‘carnis’, but it may also come from the word ‘cornum’, the Latin name for a type of cherry.

Pieces of this stone have been found at ancient sites dating from 4000 - 5000 BC.
It was widely used for wax seals by the Romans, as apparently hot wax does not stick to the stone.

Spirituality & Healing with Carnelian

The ancient Egyptians associated its orange hues with the fertility of the mother goddess Isis and was traditionally worn to stimulate love and desire.
It can also help relieve menstrual and menopausal symptoms.
It is therefore considered to be a powerful healing stone when applied to the Sacral chakra.
It’s historically the birthstone for those born under the star sign Virgo or those born in mid-autumn.

Each gemstone will be hand picked and total unique to you!
Price here is per stone.
Approx sizes :2cm to 4cm by 2.5cm to 3.5cm

Please Note:
Being a natural organic item the size & shape do vary, so if you would like our smallest, largest, dark or lightest stone or the most unusual shape then just put a note in the "message box" when you place your order or email or call first.