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Black Tourmaline (Schorl) is a borosilicate mineral known for its characteristic prismatic, vertically striated crystals that are deep, opaque black. It has a dull, resinous lustre when not polished. Due to its pyroelectric properties (it becomes electrically charged when heated), it was historically used to pull ash from pipes, leading to its Dutch name "aschentrekker." It is one of the most powerful and common protection stones available.
Black Tourmaline is widely regarded as the "Ultimate Protective Stone." It forms a strong energetic shield around the user, effectively repelling and neutralizing negative energy, psychic attack, and harmful electromagnetic frequencies (EMF). It is fundamentally grounding, connecting the user deeply to the Earth's energy, which enhances vitality, disperses tension, and promotes a positive and secure outlook, even in challenging environments.
Hardness: 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale (making it durable, though often fractured or splintery).
Chakra: Exclusively the Root Chakra (for grounding, security, and protection).
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn. It is also beneficial for Libra and Scorpio.
Benefits: Offers unrivalled psychic and energetic protection, shields against EMF and environmental pollutants, provides deep, spiritual grounding and stability, dispels fear, negativity, and worry, and enhances physical vitality and endurance.
Source: Brazil, Africa, USA (Maine, California), Pakistan, Italy.
How to use Black Tourmaline
Place it in your home: Keep large raw pieces or columns near electronic devices (computers, Wi-Fi routers) to mitigate EMF, or place it near entrances and corners of a room to anchor protection and absorb ambient negativity.
Meditate with it: Hold a piece or place it between your feet during meditation to instantly feel grounded and secure, clearing scattered energy and allowing for a focused, protected spiritual practice.
Carry it: Always keep a tumbled stone in your pocket or bag, or wear it, for continuous personal protection against negative people and environments throughout the day.
Wear it: As jewellery (bracelets, pendants or necklaces are popular) to create a constant protective energy field around your body, especially over the heart or throat area for maximum shielding.
Use for cleansing: Place a piece in a bowl of water to create a protective elixir (ensure the stone is not dissolved or flaking) or use it to cleanse and ground other crystals.
