Red Sardonyx is a vibrant, visually striking stone characterized by alternating layers of deep red-orange Sard (Carnelian) and black Onyx - hence the name.
Carnelian is a high energy stone that brings life force into the body, enhancing physical strength, endurance and stamina. It also increases determination, assertiveness, and the courage to overcome challenges and take action toward goals. Carnelian ignites passion and creativity and is an excellent aid for apathy, exhaustion and resistance.
Physically, Carnelian is said to promote blood flow and cardiovascular health, aid bone and tissue repair, support the immune system and have detoxifying properties. It provides excellent support during times of recuperation, physical demands, or mental or emotional stress.
Additionally, Carnelian works with the endocrine system to restore hormonal balance. It also helps relieve lower back pain, and because it is a fire element stone, aid inflammatory conditions in the body, particularly arthritis.
Another important aspect of Carnelian is the protective energy it supplies to those who carry, wear or sleep with it. The fire element effectively clears negative energies, especially jealous vibes, those of toxic people and negative self-talk. Historically it has been used to create a circle of protection for the user, to repel the evil eye, hexes, and other psychic harm. It was even said to have the ability to cast out demons.
Like Carnelian, Black Onyx is also considered a protective stone but is best utilized to help one achieve self-mastery. Its grounding, stabilizing energies strengthen the root chakra and one's conscious connection to the Earth. From that place of power, it boosts our personal will, self-discipline and self-control, helping us to focus, concentrate and think critically.
Black Onyx provides the Earth element needed to manifest our dreams into reality. It increases our determination to learn and master new skills, to change our thoughts and behaviours, to come out of our shell, to leave the past behind... whatever it takes to empower the true self.
Like Carnelian, Black Onyx is said to aid bone and tissue healing and is thought to have potent detoxifying properties. Historically, Sardonyx has been used for protection, resilience, accumulation of wealth, power and status. It is thought to bring harmony to marriages and families and general good fortune to all.
The combination of Carnelian and Black Onyx make Red Sardonyx a powerhouse of energy, drive, creativity and mastery. It’s the ideal stone for anyone who wants to achieve their goals.