Carnelian is the Zodiac stone for Virgos, August 24 – September 23. Carnelian is from the quartz family, and is a variety of Chalcedony. Beloved for its rich color that ranges from brilliant orange to deep-red to red-brown, Carnelian is a wonderful stone for jewelry and has been used widely since before Roman times. Carnelian was often used in signet rings that were pressed into wax to seal letters and correspondence of great importance.

A stone of ambition, energy, and drive – Carnelian helps you to find positive courage to achieve dreams. It stimulates and motivates energy flow while protecting the wearer from negative emotions. Carnelian is associated with the 1st and 2nd Chakras or the Root and Belly Chakras.

Pearls are one of the modern birthstones for June. They have been recognized since the earliest times as the emblem of purity and modesty. Royal families throughout history and geography have revered the pearl as one of the most valued treasures while collecting and adorning themselves with this lustrous, organic gem.