Natural Handmade Banded Carnelian Gemstone Pendant.

Carnelian is a semi-precious gemstone that can range in color from brownish-red to pale-pinkish orange. It is believed to be a lucky stone that can boost self-esteem, creativity, motivation, love, passion, and courage. Orange carnelian is thought to bring creativity and joy to the wearer. Carnelian is the birthstone for Virgo, the zodiac sign for people born between August 23 and September 22. It's also the birthstone for July in Arabic and Russian cultures. Carnelian is orange to brownish red, and is sometimes spelled cornelian.