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Britain, India, Czech Republic, Peru, Iceland, Romania
Translucent pebble, often water-polished
Grounds and anchors into present surroundings. Removes fear of death, bringing acceptance of cycle of life. Improves analytic abilities and clarifies perception; motivates success in business, aids positive life choices; dispels apathy. Clears extraneous thoughts in meditation, heals etheric body, protects against rage and resentment. Capacity to cleanse other stones. Influences female reproductive organs, increasing fertility. Heals lower back problems, rheumatism, arthritis, depression. Good for dramatic pursuits, activates lower chakras.
Wear as a pendant or belt buckle.

Tomb offerings carved from carnelian are prevalent in Egypt, revealing its importance as a protective stone for the ancient Egyptian dead. It is one of the stones that is believed to have been used in the breastplate of the Jewish high priest. During the Middle Ages carnelian was used to counteract rage.