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Hematite

January stone
Hematite

* Image indicates the representative color of this stone.

area of production UK, Brazil, Sweden, Canada
color Black, silver, reddish brown, etc.
hardness 5～6
composition Fe2O3

the meanings of the stones

Stone that substitutes for you, bringing you courage and self-confidence.

characteristics

Has a substantial weight when you carry it.

history

The name comes from the Greek word meaning‘blood,' as red color appears when this stone is scratched. It is said that hematite was related to Mars, the God of War, and soldiers would carry this stone with them during battles as a talisman to protect themselves from injuries.

purification

Sun bathing,Moonlight bathing,Placing on stone cluster