Carnelian is a Sacral Chakra stone, known to help with vitality and strength. This is the stone you would use when needing confidence to recharge your social batteries, increase positivity and energy and the strength to face the day.
 
Cool Facts: Ancient Warriors wore Carnelian around their neck for courage and physical power to conquer their enemies. Used by the architects of Ancient Egypt and Alchemists of the Medieval times. Said to be the first stone in the breastplate of the High Priest, it signified the blood of the martyrs and was once believed to prevent illness and the Plague. The ancient Egyptians called Carnelian the setting sun.