Carnelian Necklace

The carnelian necklace is a fiery gem, softly nestled at the hollow of the neck. Its deep orange, sometimes blood red, sometimes golden honey, immediately warms the complexion and gives a glowing radiance to the face. This is, in fact, one of the most appreciated effects of carnelian worn as a necklace: beyond its energetic virtues, it beautifies. The Egyptians already knew this; they called carnelian "the stone of the setting sun" and adorned their deceased with it to protect them in the afterlife. Napoleon wore a carnelian seal brought back from Egypt, and Roman architects engraved their signet rings with carnelian because they believed it stimulated courage.

In lithotherapy, the carnelian necklace is particularly interesting because it is close to the sacral chakra and the solar plexus chakra, the two energetic centers on which this stone works best. Carnelian is a stone of vitality, creativity, and courage. It encourages action, stimulates motivation, awakens joy of living, and helps overcome procrastination. It is recommended for artists suffering from a lack of inspiration, for tired people who need an energy boost, and for those who feel stuck in their creative or intimate lives. Carnelian pairs very well with citrine (optimism and abundance), tiger's eye (confidence and protection), or rock crystal (amplification). For maintenance, a rinse with clear water and a few hours of recharging in the sun are sufficient. Carnelian loves the sun. With a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, it is a durable stone for everyday wear.