Hematite Stone

Meaning

Hematite is a silvery, lustrous opaque stone that resembles metal. It derives its name from the Greek word hematite�, meaning blood-like, in allusion to its red color. When rubbed on a rock or a solid surface, it leaves behind a red blood like powder. It is a mineral appearing as metallic gray, red brown, red gray with a metallic luster. In natural light, hematite stone beads look more like a metal than a stone. In addition to its usage in making beautiful jewelry items, it is also used as a polishing powder and as a paint pigment.

Hematite Stone History

hematite stone and its healing properties are no new discovery, ancient civilizations also used hematite stone for a lot of healing uses and mystic powers attached. It was an important stone in the ancient Alchemists, astrologers, priest and healers. Hematite stone was known as the bloodstone in the ancient times due to its red powder form that it attains when rubbed on a hard surface. It was a popular gemstone for crafting jewelry in some of the European countries. It was often worn by the warriors because of the notion that the bearer of hematite stone becomes invincible. A lot of folklore and magical powers were associated with the hematite stone.

Occurrence & Structure

Hematite occurs in finely grained, soft, earthy form called red ochre that is used as a pigment in paints and crayons. Various igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks are the source of this mineral. It is the mineral form of iron oxide and is mined as an iron ore. The most important depositions of hematite come from a sedimentary deposit, ie, mainly the deposits of river and streams. Major important deposits include Lake Superior district in North America, Minas Gerais (Brazil), Cerro Bolivar (Venezuela), Labrador, and Quebec.

Hematite Beads

Hematite beads are heavier than other stone beads. These beads exhibit a wonderful smooth feeling. They are largely used in decorating various gift items that are cherished by everyone. Other type of hematite beads is also there, which is known as magnetic hematite beads. These beads are extremely beneficial in pain-therapy, specially for the joint pain and headache.

Types of Hematite Stone

Different forms of hematite occur due to difference in deposits and the rocks that it occurs from. For example, kidney ore, iron rose, martite and specularite are some of forms of hematite mineral. Gray hematites are often a result of the volcanic eruptions and activities. They are coarse grained and often have a brilliant metallic luster to them. Clay sized variants of hematite occur as a secondary mineral. Thinner hematite stone variants with scaly patterns are called micaceous hematite.

Photo Gallery on Types of Hematite Stone

Hematite Kidney Ore	Martite Hematite
Micaceous Hematite	Specular Ore Hematite

Hematite Healing Properties & Mystical Powers

Hematite stone has a lot of healing properties and healing powers. Hematite stone in a lot of forms is used for various kind of treatments, healings and therapies. Hematite crystals and hematite beads are popular for these purposes. Some of the important hematite healing properties attached with hematite crystals and hematite beads are:

Hematite Healing Properties

• Helpful in healing wounds and speedy recovery of degenerated tissues.
• Cures kidney problems and strengthens them.
• Helps deal with insomnia and improve sleep quality
• Improves blood circulation and helps cure anemia.
• Helpful in headaches and migraine issues.
• Cures tumor.
• Refreshes and rejuvenates by improving blood and oxygen circulation.

Hematite Stone Mystic Powers

• Maintaining a balance between body and mind.
• Help in removing the mental stress and physical stress.
• Bring about a balance and harmony in love relationships.
• Have a calming effect and help combat anxiety.
• Bring about clarity in though and logic.
• Sharpens memory and instinct.
• Improves concentration level and helps focus.
• Boosts confidence and boldness.
• Shoves off negative feelings and pessimism making way for optimism and positive thoughts.
• Protects from negative forces and ill intentions.

Hematite jewelry

Hematite Bracelet	Hematite Necklace
Hematite Earrings	Hematite Ring