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Hematite is an iron oxide mineral, one of the most abundant minerals on Earth and the primary source of iron ore. It is named from the Greek word haima, meaning blood, due to the reddish-brown colour of its powder, which ancient cultures associated with vitality. In its polished form, it is typically a metallic, silver-grey or black with a brilliant, mirror-like metallic lustre. Its high density and striking appearance make it a popular choice for beads, carvings, and sleek, modern jewellery.

Hematite is known as the "Stone of Grounding and Protection." It is one of the most effective crystals for grounding the body and spirit, ensuring that energy remains stable and connected to the Earth. It forms a powerful reflective shield around the user, transmuting negative energy and preventing it from entering the aura. It encourages personal magnetism, enhances focus, and promotes courage, willpower, and logical thinking, helping to dissolve negativity and stress.

Hardness: 5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale (durable, but prone to scratching and can rust if left in water).

Chakra: Primarily the Root Chakra (for grounding, stability, and security).

Zodiac Sign: Aries and Aquarius.

Benefits: Provides intense spiritual and physical grounding, offers powerful protection by absorbing and transmuting negativity, enhances focus, concentration, and memory, boosts courage, willpower, and self-confidence, and aids in dissolving stress and anxiety.

Source: Brazil (main source), UK, Germany, USA, Canada, Australia.

How to use Hematite

Place it in your home: Keep a piece near electronic equipment or at your work station to help absorb electromagnetic radiation and promote a feeling of calm, centred focus.

Meditate with it: Place a smooth stone between your feet or hold it in your hands during meditation to achieve deep, rapid grounding, clearing your mind and anchoring your energy to the Earth.

Carry it: Keep a piece in your pocket or bag, particularly when you need to maintain mental focus and personal strength, or when you anticipate being around negative or draining energy.

Wear it: As jewellery (bracelets and rings are popular) for continuous access to its protective and stabilising energy, ensuring you remain centred throughout the day.

Use for energy work: Place Hematite on the Root Chakra or anywhere on the body to draw out dense, negative, or chaotic energy, restoring harmony and stability to the energetic field.