Locale — Africa

About this Particular Crystal

This vintage raw carnelian comes from an old collection and carries the warm, sunlit glow the stone is known for. Its surface shows a naturally weathered texture, a reminder of its time as a kept specimen rather than a freshly mined piece. The rich orange-red body color is accented by subtle variations that shift with the light, giving it both depth and character. Originating from Africa, this piece connects to a land long associated with powerful stones and vibrant earth energies, making it a striking example of carnelian’s enduring vitality.
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The Matchstick

CHAKRA: Sacral
ENERGY: Activating, Igniting, Motivating, Purifying
FOCUS: Lights the spark of creative drive from a dormant state and channels it into clear, inspired action. Reengage with purpose, make decisive moves, and begin.
USE WHEN: You feel low energy, unproductive, unsure, confused, creatively blocked, unmotivated, unfocused, or scattered.
STONE PAIRINGS: Pyrite, Rutilated Quartz, Citrine, Topaz

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The Role of Carnelian in Ancient Egypt

Carnelian, with its deep orange-red glow, was revered in ancient Egypt as a stone of vitality, courage, and eternal protection. Known as a gem of the setting sun and linked to the lifeblood of the body, carnelian embodied strength, renewal, and the cycles of life and death. It was regarded as a sacred ally, believed to protect, empower, and guide the soul on its eternal journey.

Amulets carved from carnelian, especially heart scarabs, were placed with the deceased to ensure safe passage and favorable judgment in the afterlife. The stone was also tied to Isis, the goddess of magic and motherhood, and was thought to carry her protective energy when worn against the skin.

Adorning pharaohs, priests, and royal treasures, carnelian’s fiery hue symbolized the vitality of Ra, the sun god. It was worn as both ornament and talisman, granting courage in battle, stability in leadership, and a reminder of the divine spark within all life.

Details

• Size: 1” x 0.9” x 0.4”

• Weight: 9.5 grams