About Carnelian
An orange to brownish-red translucent variety of chalcedony (quartz), colored by iron oxide. It's a vibrant, energizing stone associated with vitality, motivation, courage, and creativity, particularly stimulating the sacral chakra.
Primary Hues
Orange, Red, Pink, Brown, Red-Orange
Metaphysical Properties
A stabilizing stone with high energy. Believed to restore vitality and motivation, stimulate creativity, and give courage. Associated with the sacral chakra.
Associated Tarot Cards
Strength
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes courage- vitality- and inner fire- aligning with Carnelian's energizing properties.
The Sun
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents joy- vitality- and confidence- resonating with Carnelian's stimulation of creativity and motivation.
Associated Deities
Sekhmet
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: War- Healing- Sun- Power
Rationale: Sekhmet's fierce- fiery energy and association with vitality align with Carnelian.
Brigid
Pantheon: Celtic
Domain: Fire- Poetry- Smithcraft- Healing
Rationale: Brigid's connection to fire and creative inspiration connects to Carnelian.
Metaphysical Uses
Courage & Confidence Rituals
Creativity & Vitality Meditation
Grounding & Stabilizing Focus
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Carnelian.
Associated Minerals
- Chalcedony
- Agate
- Jasper
- Sard (browner variety)
- Quartz