Carnelian

Carnelian is brownish red semi-precious gemstone known by the ancient Egyptians as the “setting sun”. They identified Carnelian in its orange hues with female passive energies, especially with the mother goddess, Isis. Vibrant reddish orange shades of Carnelian were Identified with active male energy. Carnelian is traditionally worn to enhance passion, love, and desire. In ancient times, Egyptians buries their loved ones with Carnelian as it was thought to protect their loved ones in their journey to the afterlife and calm their fears about rebirth. This gemstone is found mostly in Brazil, India, Siberia, and Germany.