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HEMATITE

Since ancient times, Hematite has been associated with vitality and protection. Its name comes from the Greek haimawhich means "blood", in reference to the intense red color of its powder when ground. Used by Egyptian, Roman and Native American civilizations for its protective and healing properties, it was also one of the first iron ores mined by man. Its silvery-grey metallic lustre and deep connection to the Earth make it a stone of stability and inner strength to this day.

GEM TYPE
IRON OXIDE
FAMILY
OXIDE
COLOR(S)
STEEL GREY / BLACK
MOHS SCALE
5.5 - 6.5

GEOGRAPHICAL ORIGIN

South Africa
Italy
Brazil
Morocco
United States
Australia
Hematite generally forms in iron-rich sedimentary rocks or as a result of volcanic processes.

A little history

In ancient Egypt, Hematite was used to make amulets to protect the deceased on their journey to the afterlife. The Romans, meanwhile, wore Hematite talismans to bolster their courage before battle. In the Middle Ages, Hematite was believed to have the power to stop hemorrhaging, earning it the nickname of "bloodstone". Amerindians also used it in powder form to paint their bodies for war and protection rituals.

LITHOTHERAPY

In serious lithotherapy, Hematite is recognized for its anchoring and strengthening effects:

Energy anchoring
It helps stabilize the mind, bringing us back to concrete realities and the present moment.
Strengthening willpower
It would encourage determination, the ability to see projects through to completion without dispersion.
Physical and emotional protection
It acts as a shield against negative influences, strengthening the personal aura.
Circulatory support
Traditionally associated with blood, it is sometimes used to symbolize improved physical vitality.
Associated astrological signs
Aries, Scorpio, Capricorn.
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