Hematite

Hematite is one of the most common minerals. It is mined as the main ore of iron. Hematite gets its name from a Greek word meaning blood-like because of the color of its powder.

Healing Qualities:
Metaphysical & Emotional: Grounds, protects, dispels negativity, improves self-esteem and confidence, helps with overcoming addiction and compulsions, improves concentration and focus

Physical: Helpful for ailments of the blood and kidneys; aids circulation; relieves anxiety, insomnia, and leg cramps

Tips for Use & Placement:

• To improve spinal alignment, please at the base and top of the spine
  

Warnings:

• The hematite is often artificially created, especially most magnetic hematite

• Do not use if inflammation is present

• Do not use hematite for long periods of time
  

Quick Facts

Other Names:  Alaska Black Diamond, Anhydroferrite, Haematite, Hematitogelite, Iron Glance, Red Hematite, Red Iron Ore, Ruddle, Sanguine

Crystal Variety:  Hematite Group

Crystal Color:  Silver, red

Crystal Appearance:  Opaque, heavy

Energy Center:  Base / Root

Element:  Earth

Zodiac Sign:  Aries, Aquarius, Taurus, Cancer

Number: 9