Carnelian is in the Quartz family and is sometimes referred to as Chalcedony which contains silica and iron oxide. The iron oxide gives the stone the orange to reddish orange color, but can also be a dark brownish orange shade.
It can be found in Sweden, Norway, India, Uruguay, Japan and the US.
It is believed that the stone relieves stress, protects against evil, and ensures hope and good luck.
Hot Wax does not stick to Carnelian so it has been used on sealing rings beginning in Roman times.
Hardness: 7