Description

PRODUCT DETAILS

Stones Carnelian, Hematite

Metal Sterling silver

Stone Colour Orange (Carnelian), Gold and brown metallic (Hematite)

Stone Shape Spherical (Carnelian), Rondel (Hematite)

Stone Size ~ 6mm (Carnelian), 6mm x 3mm and 4mm x 2mm (Hematite)

Bracelet length ~ 21.5cm

STONE DETAILS

Carnelian The name carnelian originates from the Latin “Caro” which means “flesh” due to the reddish/brown coloring. It is a silicate mineral colored by impurities of iron oxide and it belongs to the quartz family. It is characterized by the trigonal crystal system and the hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale. Carnelian derives from different countries, some of which are Brazil, Russia, Peru, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Germany and India.

Hematite Hematite comes from the Greek word “aima” which means Blood, due to the red coloration found in some varieties of Hematite. It is an Iron Oxide, which is characterized by the hexagonal crystal system and the hardness of 5.5-6.5 on the Mohs scale. Hematite can be found in various countries, including Brazil, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.

STONE PROPERTIES

Carnelian This stone provides grounding, and encourages productivity. It repels feelings of fear, sadness, and exasperation. It bestows courage and bravery and empowerment, and strengthens positive thoughts and emotions, leading to motivation and success. It heightens perception of self confidence, and perseverance. It is thought that carnelian can help with neuralgia, and arthritic problems, and aids against depression. Last but not least, carnelian is credited with the successful running of the metabolic system. In the Zodiac field, Carnelian is attached to the zodiac signs of Aries, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn, Leo and Cancer.

Hematite Hematite helps concentration and the absorption of information, and encourages original thought, improving brain function. At the same time it encourages strength of conviction and encourages self confidence, willpower and dependability. It is successful in ensuring protection by preventing the appearance of negative forces. Hematite harmonizes mind, body and spirit. Last but not least, it is strongly felt that this stone plays a leading role in the health and circulation of the blood, and helps in the prevention of muscle cramps. In the zodiac field, it is associated with Aries, Capricorn, Scorpio and Aquarius.

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