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Carnelian, the Zodiac gemstone for Leo, is a beautiful, sensuous, translucent orange gemstone. The word "carnelian"
is derived from the Latin word "carnis" and brings to mind the fleshy color that is unique to carnelian. Carnelian jewelry
is often given as an offering of love.
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HISTORY
Carnelian was considered to be a precious gemstone
during ancient times.
During the ancient Egyptian period, carnelian
symbolized blood. Many Egyptian tombs had much carnelian jewelry, seemingly used as an aid to cross over to the other world.
Islamic heritage has it that the Prophet himself wore a carnelian set in a silver
ring on the little finger of the right hand. This carnelian was engraved as a seal. An engraved carnelian with the name of
Allah boasts courage.
In European history, carnelian was the gem
of choice for intaglios from the bronze age until late Roman times.
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LORE
Many influences have been attributed to Carnelian over
the years. For instance, it is said that carnelian increases physical energy, person power, creativity and compassion.
By the same token it is said to dispel apathy, indolence and passivity. It enhances passion and desire. Carnelian clears negative
energy both from other gemstones as well as from living areas. It is said also to be a gemstone of the first and second Chakras
and is recommended by practitioners of Yoga for infertility or impotence.
We
give this information only as a matter of interest in gemstone lore and do not intend such as medical or psychological advice.
MINING SOURCES
Much of
our carnelian comes form Uruguay. Other sources are Australia, Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, South Africa, India, Zimbabwe
and The United States.
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BUYING CARNELIAN FOR YOUR JEWELRY
Carnelian, a form of quartz,
is a fairly tough gemstone with a hardness of 7- the same as Amethyst, for instance and is a suitable gemstone for jewelry
in that respect. It might be heat treated. Such treatment, if there is any, would be permanent.
Carnelian
is usually CUT en cabochon for rings and pendants. Inspect the shape of the cabochon to make sure it is well domed, has good
symmetry and is well polished. Carnelian is also cut in such shapes as beads, teardrops, briolettes. Such cuts
are very attractive in necklaces and earrings.
As for COLOR, carnelian
comes in semitransparent to translucent orange, reddish orange or a low intensity red. Color is an important consideration
when you choose a carnelian. A semitransparent, intense orange is especially luscious.
Carnelian
is available for a very fair price. You can be selective in finding the cut, color and weight for the stones you want in
your jewelry. Find the most beautiful carnelian you can.
Click here to commission Carnelian Jewelry created by Mitsuko.
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