Crystals have been used for centuries for unique healing, energetic, & cleansing properties, as talismans & pendulums. Carnelian has been used in jewelry since Roman times & are believed to stimulate creativity, restore vitality & motivation as well as giving courage. A powerful stone to wear everyday. Carnelian is a mineral that comes from the chalcedony family. It has a hexagonal crystal structure & a vitreous luster. It comes in shades that vary from pale orange to deepest dark reddish brown. It can be closer to a translucent shade or it can be opaque. The meaning of Carnelian is centered around energy & creativity. When Carnelian is charged it can work at the top of its powers. To charge Carnelian you can place it in soil to spark it’s earth energy. You can also leave it in a slice of sunlight for a short while. You can charge Carnelian by leaving it in the presence of other charging crystals too like Selenite or Clear Quartz. The necklace is 925 made in Italy. Length is 18 inches & the pendant is 1 1/4 inches long. All is in excellent condition, the silver has not been cleaned because most people like it.I am open to offers. Carnelian Crystal Point Necklace 925 Silver