Carnelian, Faceted Rondelles, Ombre 8mm Rondelles

Nicely faceted, thin 8mm Indian Carnelian rondelles on 13-inch strands These lovely beads are unusually large and unusually thin for carnelian rondelles Each strand contains 5 sets of beads graduating in color from light to dark orange, creating the currently popular "ombre" effect The beads can be used as is, or restrung to create a single transition from dark to light or light to dark, depending on which beads you put in the center The best carnelians come from India although Brazil is another important source Traditionally carnelian has had the reputation of giving the wearer courage in battle and/or eloquence and boldness in speech Modern metaphysical interpretations of its powers include courage, vitality, sexuality, confidence and willpower. It awakens energy in the three lower chakras which help us take action to achieve our spiritual, as well as material, aspirations.