Hematite Tumbled Stone Large (2.5-3.2cm)

Due to its high iron content and characteristic metallic luster shifting between black and gray shades, hematite stands out at first glance as a stone of strength and stability. It is traditionally used for grounding and harmonizing the personal energy field. It is also frequently associated with promoting concentration, memory, willpower, and determination.

Stone Details

• Stone: Hematite
• Condition: Natural, polished
• Size: from 2.5 to 3.2 cm (L)
• Color: Black to silver metallic (can also be brownish metallic)
• Chakra: Root (Muladhara)
• Astrological Signs: Aries, Aquarius
• Element: Fire, Earth
• Planet: Mars

About the Mineral: Geological Characteristics

Hematite is an iron-containing mineral. Its hardness is 5.5–6.5 on the Mohs scale. It is one of the most common minerals on Earth.

Metaphysical Properties

Hematite grounds, harmonizes, and protects by dissolving negative energy. It strengthens our connection to the earth and gives us a sense of security. It promotes courage, determination, willpower, self-confidence, stamina, and vitality. It stimulates concentration and enhances memory. It supports overcoming various forms of addiction by reinforcing willpower. This also comes in handy when pursuing set goals and improving living conditions.

Usage

• The stone can be carried in a pocket, or even better, held periodically in the palm of your hand.
• Meditation: During meditation, hold the stone in your (left, receiving) palm. Focus on the stone's energy and visualize it granting you strength, courage, and protection. You can also visualize negative energy leaving your body and entering the stone, which you can cleanse later.
• Other methods: You can place the stone in a room, on a work desk, or in the bedroom near the bed for protection; it can also be used for massage, placed on painful areas, etc.
• Take care of the stone and clean it regularly.

Stone Cleansing

Read about the suitable ways to cleanse stones on our blog post and choose the method that suits you best.

Important:
It is not recommended to clean hematite in water. Do not use chemicals or detergents for cleaning.
After cleansing, recharge the stone with positive energy. You can do this by holding it in your hands and visualizing white light surrounding it.

The photo is symbolic, as it shows one of the stone series. Stones are natural, so each one is slightly different.