This gorgeous Carnelian Crystal Heart (also known as a Cornelian Crystal Heart, Carnelian Heart Crystal, or Cornelian Heart Crystal) measures 7.6cm wide and displays fierce, fiery orange and red colours, with patterns similar to Sardonyx and Banded Agate.
Carnelian gemstones are orange semi precious stones that showcase an array of hues ranging from volcanic reds to burnt orange hues contrasted with white and cream colours, and sometimes display striking banded and orbicular patterns.
The natural Carnelian Stone (Cornelian Stone) has been carefully cut and polished into a tactile crystal heart shape, creating a striking and tactile Carnelian Heart Shape Crystal or Cornelian Heart Shape Crystal.
Please note: this piece displays some small natural pits on its otherwise smooth, polished surface.
Where Does Carnelian Come From?
This Carnelian Crystal is a crystal from Madagascar, a country renowned for its high-quality Carnelian crystals.
What Type Of Crystal Is Carnelian?
Carnelian, also known as Cornelian, is a member of the Chalcedony group of stones, which in turn is a member of the larger Quartz family of minerals.
Carnelian is a unique type of red and orange Chalcedony, and the distinctive fiery colours present in Carnelian are caused by iron impurities (iron oxide/ hematite) within the inner Quartz crystal structure.
Carnelian can be very similar in appearance to other Red Chalcedony Varieties such as Banded Agate, Red Jasper, Sard, and Sardonyx, and Banded Carnelian Stones can form strikingly unique Carnelian Agate Stones.
What Is Carnelian Made Of?
All types of Quartz, including microcrystalline Chalcedony, of which Carnelian is a form of, are composed from silica (otherwise known as silicon dioxide), and are therefore classed as Silicate Minerals.
Chalcedony Crystals are microcrystalline in crystal structure, which means that they form crystals that are too small to be visible to the naked eye.
Other types of Chalcedony Gemstones include Agate, a translucent/ semi-translucent form of Banded Chalcedony, and Jasper, the opaque variety of Chalcedony.
Carnelian History
Carnelian has been used as a semi precious gem throughout history, in many different ancient cultures and civilisations.
Carnelian Name Meaning And Origins
One theory as to the origin of the name Carnelian is that it is derived from the Latin word "cornum", after the Cornel Cherry, a fruit which resembles Carnelian with its reddish hue and translucence.
The other prevailing theory as to the origin of the name Carnelian is that it is derived from the Latin word "carne", meaning flesh, owing to the fleshy colours of Carnelian.
Carnelian Gemstones And Jewellery In Prehistoric Times
Carnelian, along with gemstones such as Lapis Lazuli and Malachite, is one of the oldest gems ever to be used to make jewellery.
Carnelian Beads have been found at archaeological sites of pre-historic settlements, and many such pre-historic Carnelian Beads have been intricately crafted into Faceted Carnelian Beads, evidencing some of the first known human crafting of harder minerals into jewellery.
Some of the oldest Carnelian Jewellery specimens discovered date back thousands of years ago to the Neolithic Period (otherwise known as the New Stone Age).
Carnelian In Ancient Egypt
The red-orange gemstone Carnelian was called the Setting Sun and was believed to symbolise the fiery, passionate energy of the Sun God Ra, as well as the properties of fertility, creation, and healing associated with the Goddess Isis.
Carnelian Gemstones, Carnelian Amulets, Carnelian Scarabs, Carnelian Jewellery, and Carnelian Decorative Ornaments were used to decorate the tombs of the rich and powerful in Ancient Egypt.
Perhaps most famously, Carnelian was discovered to have decorated the tomb and death mask of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun.
Carnelian In Ancient Rome: Carnelian Intaglios
The art of gem carving and gem engraving (Intaglio) came to prominence in Ancient Rome, and many Carnelian Intaglios, Carnelian Seals, and Carnelian Signet Rings were crafted by the Romans.
Carnelian Birthstone And Zodiac Stone
Carnelian is the Zodiac Birthstone for the Virgo Zodiac Sign, and is an Alternative Birthstone for July.
Carnelian is also associated with the Zodiac Sign Aries.
Carnelian Crystal Meaning, Spirituality, And Symbolism
Carnelian has powerful spiritual meaning and symbolism in the crystals and gemstones world.
Carnelian: Stone Of Vitality
Carnelian Crystals are symbolic of vigour, vitality, desire, and passion, and have thus long been believed to be of great power in the realms of romance, passionate love, and fertility.
Carnelian: Fire Stone And Fire Element Crystal
Carnelian embodies potent elemental Fire Energy with regards to both the Classical Elements and the Chinese Five Elements (Wuxing/ Five Phases).
Carnelian's Fire Energy infuses the stone with the spirit of bravery, motivation, will-power, imagination, and creativity; symbolising the bravery of experimentation and the courage to try new things by charging into uncertain situations without fear.
Carnelian: Stone Of Strength, Courage, And Bravery
Carnelian is a Stone of Strength, and has been used as a Protection Stone throughout history.
Carnelian is a stone for warriors, meant to protect one as they engage in mental or physical battles, gifting them with the strength to overcome obstacles and setbacks in their fights to achieve ultimate success and victory.
Carnelian: Good Luck Stone And Stone Of Prosperity And Abundance
Carnelian has long been believed to be a Good Luck Stone, a Stone of Prosperity, and a Stone of Abundance.
Carnelian Crystal Healing Properties
Carnelian Crystals are very popular and powerful crystal healing stones.
Some of Carnelian's crystal healing properties and crystal healing powers include:
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Invigoration of the body and mind; increasing energy levels, reducing tiredness, and lifting low mood
- Enhancing motivation and will-power; helping one to persevere during times of hardship and adversity, to accomplish goals, and to ultimately attain success
- Offering the strength, bravery, and courage needed to cope with the challenges one faces during their life
- Boosting confidence and self-esteem, helping one to be self-confident when interacting with others, and reducing self-consciousness and alleviating anxiety in stressful situations, for example during public speaking
- Inspiring qualities of authority and leadership; creating a sense of personal power
- Inciting joy, excitement, curiosity and passion, thus enhancing pleasure and enjoyment in life, especially when feeling low in spirit and things are difficult to enjoy or feel interested in
- Rejuvenating and restoring passion in romantic relationships by enhancing feelings of love, passion, and desire
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Expanding one's imagination and creativity, providing creative inspiration and encouraging one to think outside of the box, helping one to think of new ideas, helping one to dream big, and have the passion and courage to follow one's dreams
Carnelian Chakras
Carnelian is a powerful Chakra Healing Stone that resonates with the Root Chakra, Sacral Chakra, and Solar Plexus Chakra.
When used as a Root Chakra Stone, a Carnelian Stone (Cornelian Stone) grounds, protects, and stabilises its user, steadying them on their personal journeys of growth and transformation.
Dark Red Carnelian Stones are the most potent types of Carnelian to use as Root Chakra Stones, and thus are the best Carnelian Gemstones for stabilisation, protection, and grounding.
Sacral Chakra Stones such as Carnelian Crystals (Cornelian Crystals) are highly motivating and associated with carnal pleasures, sexuality, joy, and desire.
Carnelian Crystals, Carnelian Agate Crystals, and Sardonyx Banded Agate Crystals are great examples of powerful Sacral Chakra Crystals.
Carnelian Stones, especially Light Orange Carnelian Stones and Yellow Carnelian Stones, exude a sunny, joyful energy which energises and lifts one's mood, and therefore connect strongly to the Solar Plexus Chakra.
When used as a Solar Plexus Chakra Stone, a Carnelian Stone can boost motivation, will-power, and self-confidence.
How Hard Is Carnelian?
Carnelian measures 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness, which means that it is a durable, relatively hard mineral resistant to some scratching, but care should still be taken not to damage the crystal surface.
Carnelian Crystal Care
To clean your Carnelian Crystal, simply use water and dry it afterwards with a soft cloth.
Carnelian Crystal Collections
This Carnelian Crystal Heart (Cornelian Crystal Heart) is ideal for the crystal collector or crystal healer as an addition to a crystal collection, and would make a wonderful crystal gift for loved ones.
Carnelian Gemstones (Cornelian Gemstones) are of particularly interest to those born in July, for Carnelian is a July Birthstone, and also to those affiliated with the Virgo Zodiac Sign, for Carnelian is the Zodiac Birthstone for Virgo Signs.
The Carnelian Heart Crystal (Cornelian Heart Crystal) is incredibly vibrant in colour and tactile to hold, and is very similar to a Banded Agate Crystal or Sardonyx Crystal, which it would make a great companion piece to.
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