Hematite Crystal Guide: meaning, origin & properties
Learn what Hematite is, where ours comes from, traditional associations across cultures, and how to identify a real specimen, in our complete Hematite Crystal Guide.
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These are AA-grade Hematite raw stones from Minas Gerais, Brazil, sold by the piece or by the pound. Hematite is the main ore of iron, dense in the hand with a metallic gray luster. Each piece runs 1-2 inches at Mohs 5.5-6.5, fully natural and untreated. A favorite grounding stone for entryways.
Hematite is heavy, metallic, and mirror-silver when polished. It's iron ore, so the weight makes sense. Run one along a piece of unglazed ceramic and it leaves a rust-red streak, which is where the name comes from.
This piece comes from Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Hematite takes its name from the Greek haima, meaning blood, because of the red streak it leaves when rubbed on unglazed ceramic.
In the tradition, hematite shows up most often around staying connected to your body and the moment, a sense of groundedness when things feel uncertain, and coming back to the task in front of you. It's traditionally linked to the root chakra. If that resonates, hold one in your non-dominant hand for a few breaths when things feel shaky. Trust what feels useful and leave the rest.
These are traditional associations drawn from historical practice. This stone is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.
A starting place for your own quiet practice.