C is for Cookie... um I mean Carnelian

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Carnelian
Says its one of the oldest protective stones in history .. Seems at though every stone is the oldest or best of something…
When ever I see that word I think Alien K

History
The name Carnelian is derived from the Latin corneous meaning “cherry” hmm ok it’s more orange then red but everything does need a name. Hmm it also states that it comes from the Latin carnis meaning “flesh” which in my mind it looks more like.
It is said that the Egyptians carried it about on their person as a source of energy and renewed vitality. In the Egyptian Book of the Dead there is a custom where they place Carnelian in the tombs as “magic armor” Those Egyptians and there seeming addiction to putting things in the dead peoples tombs.

Star Sign
My one books says Taurus, a few different web sites say Virgo.. My other book says Leo, ugg why can’t everyone get on the same page!! So this is another one that is your choice.

Colours
Yellow, orange, red, brown and variations of those colours.

Healing Attributes
Carnelian aids in the healing of
Abdominal Pain
Bleeding Gums
PMS
Sexual Anxiety
Addictions
Low Self - Esteem Arthritis
Inspires courage without aggressiveness
Acts as a balancer for sensitive children and teenagers
Helps with aggressive animals
Put a piece of Carnelian in your Goldfish tank to keep him healthy ( I wouldn’t suggest this for other fish unless you can find information on those particular fishies and Carnelian)
Carnelian helps in finding your true identity, so you can be yourself without fear or feeling of the need to conform

Sounds like a rather helpful little stone.

I have mentioned the books before but just incase you can’t find that information here it is again

The Illustrated Directory of Healing Crystals - by Cassandra Eason
Healing Crystals ands Gemstones From Amethyst to Zircon - by Dr. Flora Peschek - Bohmer & Gisela Schreiber

I really didn’t get any new information from a web site so the books are where I borrowed my information - I really like the books and recommend them if you are interested in Gemstones.
This piece is made with Fire Agate and Carnelian, as you can see the Fire Agate and Carnelian go very well together

This piece is called "me myself" when looking at the attributes from the differnt gemstones it promotes good self worth and self esteem and to be yourself and not be afraid of that. There is Quarts, Amethyst, Carnelian and Jade in it.