Carnelian

Carnelian is a tough translucent chalcedony, orange to fiery red in color and often banded with white, was said to have the power to drive away evil and bring good luck.  It is a great stone for those facing new beginnings, as it stimulates inspiration and initiative, and dispels passivity.  Carnelian can help reveal your talents, and stirs up creativity suitable to perform theatrical presentations.  Carnelian is able to dissolve envy, fear, and rage.  Use carnelian to banish sorrow, and stabilize your home.

Physically, carnelian raises energy levels.  It is said to benefit neuralgia, kidney and gall stones, pollen allergies, colds, and aids the spine, spleen, pancreas, and provides protection during pregnancy.

Carnelian is associated with the root chakra and splenic/sacral chakra.