{"product_id":"raw-carnelian","title":"Raw Carnelian Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis raw carnelian shows a warm orange to red-brown color in its natural, unpolished form. Rough stones keep the texture and character they had when they came out of the ground, which many collectors value for their honest, earthy feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnelian, a variety of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/quartz-crystals\"\u003equartz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural rough stone, unpolished, part of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/raw\"\u003eraw crystal collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-40g per piece; choose 1 piece or 3 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRandom Pick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your piece is chosen by hand from the same lot, so color, pattern and shape will vary from the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakras:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sacral-chakra-crystals\"\u003eSacral\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/root-chakra-crystals\"\u003eRoot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChakra Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarnelian is traditionally a stone of courage, motivation and creative energy, connecting it with the Sacral and Root chakras. Many people work with it during meditation, journaling or quiet moments of intention-setting. Explore more stones like it in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/confidence-courage-crystals\"\u003eConfidence and Courage\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/creativity-inspiration-crystals\"\u003eCreativity and Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a piece on your altar, windowsill or desk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd pieces to a crystal grid or intention bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry a small piece in a pouch or pocket through the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair it with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/citrine-crystals\"\u003ecitrine\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jasper-crystals\"\u003ered jasper\u003c\/a\u003e to build a small crystal set around the same intention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCrystal Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRough stones have natural edges and crevices that collect dust, so brush them gently with a soft, dry brush. Avoid long soaks and harsh cleaners, store pieces apart so edges don't chip, and cleanse with sound, smoke or moonlight. For more tips, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-cleanse-and-charge-your-crystals-complete-guide\"\u003eour guide to cleansing and charging crystals\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this real carnelian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This is natural carnelian, and its color, pattern and inclusions vary from piece to piece. Those natural differences are part of what makes each one unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece weighs about 30-40g. Choose 1 piece or a set of 3, and expect natural variation in shape and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs raw better than polished?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeither is better. Raw stones keep their natural texture and look, while polished stones are smoother to hold. Many people enjoy having both in their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Carnelian?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/carnelian-crystals\"\u003eCarnelian\u003c\/a\u003e is an orange to red variety of chalcedony, a microcrystalline quartz. Its color comes from iron oxides within the stone. In rough form it has a waxy, translucent look that glows when held up to light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/carnelian-crystals-the-stone-of-courage-and-creativity\"\u003eCarnelian: Courage and Creativity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBring home this raw carnelian and give it a place where you will see it every day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ali","offers":[{"title":"Carnelian \/ 30-40g \/ 1pc","offer_id":48284976545963,"sku":"1005009934584635-30-40g-1pc","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Carnelian \/ 30-40g \/ 3pcs","offer_id":48284976578731,"sku":"1005009934584635-30-40g-3pcs","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/0345\/5915\/files\/Raw-Carnelian-Stone-Raw.jpg?v=1792222604","url":"https:\/\/www.crystaldestiny.com\/products\/raw-carnelian","provider":"Crystal Destiny","version":"1.0","type":"link"}