Bracelet with carnelian and pyrite gemstones

Description

PRODUCT DETAILS

Stones Carnelian, Pyrite

Metal Gold plated sterling silver

Stone Color Orange (Carnelian), Golden (Pyrite)

Stone Shape Irregular (chips) and rondel (Carnelian), Spherical (Pyrite)

Stone Size ~ 0.5cm -1.0cm and 0.6cm x 0.3cm (Carnelian), 0.2cm (Pyrite)

Bracelet Length ~ 18cm  

STONE DETAILS

Carnelian The name carnelian originates from the Latin “Caro” which means “flesh” due to the reddish/brown coloring. It is a silicate mineral colored by impurities of iron oxide and it belongs to the quartz family. It is characterized by the trigonal crystal system and the hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale. Carnelian derives from different countries, some of which are Brazil, Russia, Peru, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Germany and India.

Pyrite The word “pyrite” is taken from the Greek word «pyr» meaning Fire. That name was given to the mineral, as Pyrite was used to spark flames to light fires. Pyrite, or iron pyrite, is an iron disulfide, which is characterized by the cubic crystal system and the hardness of 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale. Pyrite is derived mostly from Peru, the USA, Bolivia and Spain.  

STONE PROPERTIES

Carnelian This stone provides grounding, and encourages productivity. It repels feelings of fear, sadness, and exasperation. It bestows courage and bravery and empowerment, and strengthens positive thoughts and emotions, leading to motivation and success. It heightens perception of self confidence, and perseverance. It is thought that carnelian can help with neuralgia, and arthritic problems, and aids against depression. Last but not least, carnelian is credited with the successful running of the metabolic system. In the Zodiac field, Carnelian is attached to the zodiac signs of Aries, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn, Leo and Cancer.

Pyrite Pyrite is characterized as a symbol of prosperity, wealth and good luck. In the field of feng shui it is considered as one of the more influential minerals for prosperity and food fortune. It possesses positive energy, strength and productivity. It increases feelings of self worth and self confidence. It blocks negative energy and inhibits melancholy and anxiety, so extinguishing danger from those fields. It is believed to help with any problems involving bones, and resolves minor problems of the DNA system. In addition to all this, it helps calm the digestive system and improves memory function. In the zodiac sphere, Pyrite belongs to Aries, Libra and Leo.