Beautiful carnelian tumbled stones

Carnelian, blood agate and sard

Carnelian is an orange variant of chalcedony and belongs to the quartz group. The color varies between yellow, brown, orange and dark red. The darker brown variant is also known as sard. Carnelian is also known as blood agate.

A popular gem for 5,000 years

Carnelian has been a beloved gem for centuries. The ancient Egyptians loved it 5,000 years ago. She made jewelery and carnelian amulets for protection and health. The dead were also regularly given a piece of carnelian to facilitate the transition of the soul to the realm of the dead.

Naming

The name carnelian comes from the Latin word: 'Carnis' meaning 'flesh', referring to the gem's fleshy color. This color is caused by the presence of iron in the mineral. Carnelian can be either translucent or opaque.

Operation of carnelian

Carnelian is a stone that makes you happy. The stone can help with chronic fatigue and provides new positive energy. Ideal to be able to focus again with concentration problems. Carnelian provides a practical view of things.