Carnelian Wine

Lapis Carneolus

Historical tradition – not medical advice, and no health or healing claims. more

Historical botanical drawing: Carnelian — Carnelian

Tradition (Hildegard's writings)

In the tradition, the red carnelian was associated with the nose.

Preparation ¹

Warm the wine gently, lay the carnelian in it for about ten minutes and then take it out. For children, water was used in place of wine.

Note

For persistent or recurring nosebleeds, medical advice should be sought.

About the stone

Hildegard links the effect of the stone with its warmth and the warmth of the warmed wine.

Sources & references

Ptok, Michael: Die Hildegard-Hausapotheke für die ganze Familie. St. Benno Verlag 2025. S. 119.

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Historical tradition. The above describes how this preparation was recorded and used in the tradition of Hildegard of Bingen. This is cultural-historical information, not medical advice and not a health or healing claim, and it is no substitute for advice from a doctor or pharmacist. If you have health complaints, please consult your doctor or pharmacy.

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Tradition (Hildegard's writings)

Preparation 1

Note

About the stone

Sources & references

Preparation ¹