Carnelian is a form of chalcedony, and member of quartz family. It usually
occurs in red, orange or red-brown. The coloring is due to presence of iron. The
best natural carnelian colors come from India because of color enhancement
from exposure to the sun. Natural carnelian will have a cloudy distribution of
color when held up to light.

Magickally wear if timid or shy to bolster courage or to help with confidence
in public speaking situations.

Carnelian is "action" - use to increase physical energy and creativity, to
motivate and give you energy to turn ideas into form. It is the "Harvester of
dreams - hold a carnelian in your hand and make a wish to harvest something
you have worked hard for.

It has a quality that could be described as impatience, and is an excellent
stone for someone that is languid or too easygoing. It puts its wearer on the
verge of activity. It is not an energy in itself, it is only able to cause a
release within a person so that energy might be focused toward them.

Carnelian also helps to awaken the sensual and sexual aspects of life. The
ginseng of gemstones. The ability to enjoy life is enhanced with this stone. It
has a grounding energy into the physical plane and into the present moment.

Astrological Sign of Aries. Second chakra.

As member of quartz family, Carnelian shares hardness of 7. This makes it
durable and suitable for any type of wear – ring, beads, tumbled stones, etc.