Hematite is a stone about which many legends are told. It resembles blood, one of the most powerful magical substances, and magicians could not ignore it. In the Stone Age, rock paintings were created with its help, and from the year before last they began to be used in iron smelting. The mineral is also called bloodstone, although from a geological point of view this name refers only to a common variety of hematite.
We will tell you about the healing and magical properties of hematite. You will find out who this stone is suitable for and who is contraindicated, what effect you can expect from it. And, of course, we will tell you how to identify a fake and how to care for a bloodstone amulet.
This mineral has a very long and interesting story. In ancient times, it was believed that hematite beads could be found where a lot of blood had been shed - for example, at the sites of large-scale battles. Then they believed that the absorbed blood of the heroes would turn the water red if the “bloody” mineral was dropped into it.
The mineral received its modern name in the third century BC. It was invented by the Greek poet and philosopher Theophrastus, emphasizing the relationship of the stone with blood, because in his language “hematos” meant “blood”. In Egypt, bloodstone was considered the stone of Isis, the goddess of life on earth. He was credited with the ability to ward off demons.
The Indians rubbed themselves with ground hematite, and that is why they began to be called redskins (in fact, the natural skin color of this race is far from red).
Mirrors were made with the help of bloodstone, and medieval alchemists tried to obtain gold with its help.
In modern times, the stone was forgotten, and only in the seventies of the last century it was discovered that a hematite bracelet was able to normalize blood pressure. So the stone came back into fashion.
Stone deposits
Hematite with quartz is often found near hydrothermal vents. The stones from which iron and steel are made are mined in Kursk region. Bloodwort is also found in the Urals, as well as in Kazakhstan and Ukraine.
Deposits of the mineral are found throughout the planet.
Very good stones mined in Great Britain and the southern United States. The specimens found in Alaska are interesting: they are covered with shiny black crystals and are very beautiful, but they cannot be processed - there are too many cracks. So, unfortunately, jewelers are powerless here.
New deposits of stone are constantly appearing as volcanoes erupt iron compounds from the earth's interior. In 2004, such deposits were discovered in Martian soil. Apparently, they were the ones who gave the planet its unique red color.
Physical and chemical properties of hematite
The chemical formula of hematite is Fe2O3. That is, in fact, it is ordinary iron oxide, a relative of rust. A solid stone is usually black or dark red, less often silver.
Despite the seemingly “ignoble” composition, the mineral always sparkles with a cold metallic luster. It is because of this that it looks very advantageous in any decoration.
Hematite is completely opaque. Its hardness is 6 out of 10 on the Mohs scale, but it is also quite fragile. The stone is very weakly magnetic, despite its high iron content. Density 5-5.3 grams per cubic centimeter.
Bloodstone is often found as inclusions in quartz, ilmenite, magnetite, and heliodor. Hematite can be obtained from magnetite. Normally it is a dark non-precious stone with strong magnetic properties. If you heat it to 220 degrees Celsius, its magnetism weakens and its color changes.
This is how you get a blood stone. Sometimes this happens without human intervention, for example, if magnetic ores end up in an area where a forest fire is raging.
Types of mineral
Hematite is a quite diverse stone. Its main types include:
- Red glass head- the most common species in Europe. It was called the bloodstone because of its dark red color. Often this is the variety that is meant when talking about hematite stone.
- Iron mica- a rock with a scaly structure and a fairly dense crystalline structure. It is interesting for its oily shine, reminiscent of the shine of iron.
- Specularite- a dense mineral with a silver-gray tint, noticeable in bright light. Quite often it contains inclusions of other rocks. It is sometimes classified as a type of iron ore.
- Iron Rose- a very beautiful and most expensive type of bloodstone. His records are collected in groups that resemble a rosebud. Jewelers use this mineral in jewelry more often than other types of hematite.
- Hematite. A brown and very dense variety of mineral. Used in iron smelting.
- Martit(Mars stone) is the only type that has strong magnetic properties, which is why it is confused with magnetite.
- Hydrohematite- a mineral containing up to eight percent water. Forms clusters similar to tree buds.
There are other classifications of stone; there are really a lot of varieties. But these are the most common ones.
How to distinguish natural hematite from a fake
Although the price of hematite is low, people still like to fake it.
It happens that pieces of ceramics or synthetic minerals are sold under the guise of real stone. There are several reliable ways to detect a fake:
- Swipe the mineral over the glass or wall. Natural hematite always leaves a trace of dark red color, regardless of the shade of the stone itself.
- Painted ceramics or even plastic are often passed off as black hematite. They are much lighter than real stone, so just drop the mineral into the water. The original will sink instantly.
- Check the decoration with a magnet. Bloodstone, albeit weakly, is attracted.
- When shopping for jewelry, get into the habit of looking closely at the stones under a magnifying glass. Natural gems are very rarely flawless. Even a perfectly processed mineral will have tiny chips, cracks, and inclusions of a different color. Counterfeits always imitate perfection.
Thanks to these rules, you can always purchase a genuine gem. It should be remembered that for magic only natural stone. But if the mineral hematite is contraindicated for you, then there will be no harm from counterfeiting. The main thing is that they don’t sell it to you at the price of a real gem.
Areas of use
The properties of hematite have provided it with a very wide range of applications. They decorate homes with it, and figurines are cut out of it. By grinding the bloodstone, we obtain a powder from which red ink and colored pencils are made. art, perhaps, was the very first industry to use hematite. Ancient rock paintings were already painted with it.
Since hematite is an iron oxide, it is useful in metallurgy and is used to smelt cast iron. At a time when a glass mirror could cost a fortune, fashionistas looked to polished hematites.
According to legends, those who regularly look at their reflection in a silver stone will retain youth and beauty for a long time. You can admire medieval mirrors in museums and at reenactor festivals.
Jewelers also love hematite, especially “iron rose”. However, it does not “live” in a gold frame, and it is also pointless to make small jewelry from the mineral. Usually bloodstone is set in silver or bronze.
This is not so much a decoration as a talisman, which means there are certain wearing rules. A hematite ring, for example, should be worn on the index finger. In this case, men put it on their right hand, and women - on their left. So the amulet will enhance positive energy, esotericists believe.
Caring for hematite products
The gem is very fragile due to its structure, so hematite jewelry must be carefully protected from any damage. It’s better not to drop the bloodstone or even rub it on it. hard surfaces(for example, jewelry with gems). Be sure to remove the mineral if you plan to clean or play sports.
Hematite products absorb negative energy very strongly. Therefore, they need to be cleaned from time to time. To do this, you can hold the stone under running water for several minutes and then dry it with a soft cloth.
Healing properties of the stone
The properties of hematite stone to alleviate suffering from many diseases were already known in the ancient world. So, how is the gem useful for lithotherapists and ordinary people?
Bloodstone is famous for its medicinal properties.
- The gem is good for burns and fractures. Also promotes cleansing and healing of wounds.
- Bloodstone is very useful for the circulatory system. It improves the health of blood vessels and the heart, and helps with anemia.
- Thanks to the mineral, the number of red blood cells is normalized, and hematopoiesis processes in the bone marrow are activated.
- Hematite facilitates blood clotting; lithotherapists use it for hemophilia and hemorrhagic diathesis in children.
- The stone is recommended for hypotensive patients, in whom it can even out arterial pressure.
- If you wear the bloodstone regularly, vegetative-vascular dystonia will go away; earrings are especially effective in this case.
If you are diagnosed with problems with blood vessels, then lithotherapists advise wearing a ring or. To stimulate blood flow, a pendant or necklace with hematite is suitable. To alleviate suffering from cuts and fractures, the stone is gently massaged into the skin around the wound.
People suffering from low blood pressure are recommended to wear bloodstone during the waxing moon. For hypertensive patients, on the contrary, to a decreasing order, it is best in a silver frame; the specific type of decoration is not important.
In case of impaired metabolism or blood diseases, the crystal must be used in the first quarter of the lunar month.
The magical properties of hematite
Tribes of hunters and gatherers in the Stone Age used hematite as protection against evil witchcraft. Legionnaires in Ancient Rome They took the bloodstone on long trips to protect themselves from injury and ambushes. Not jewelry was used as a talisman, but small figurines of good spirits carved from mineral.
In Rus', children's cradles were decorated with bloodstone. It protected children not only from evil spirits, but also from injuries, falls, and childhood illnesses. In villages, stories are still told about people who were able to avoid encounters with evil spirits thanks to hematite.
Tibetan Shambhala bracelets are often made from hematite.
The magical country of Shambhala is associated with hematite - this is what they believe in Tibet. They are often inlaid with monasteries to protect them from unworthy people and are made from mineral. To those who were able to conquer its power, the bloodstone grants the ability to maintain communication with the spirits of the dead.
Another meaning of hematite is to impart wisdom and the gift of a seer. A gem is capable of revealing to a person the secrets of the Universe. The bloodstone will help fortune tellers and soothsayers - the future will appear before them more clear, clear and definite.
So jewelry with hematite will come in handy before a clairvoyance session. The only advice is that for magical purposes it is best to set it in silver.
Who is hematite suitable for according to their zodiac sign?
In astrology, the bloodstone corresponds to the red planet - Mars. So a bracelet, necklace or ring with hematite will be useful to anyone who was born under the sign of this planet, regardless of what month it happened. For other people, there are certain astrological recommendations.
The mineral is best suited for Scorpio, Aries, Cancer. Thanks to him, they will be able to achieve success in many endeavors.
- The talisman will give strength and self-confidence to those who are withdrawn. It will help you open up and stop hiding in your “shell” - your comfort zone.
- Scorpios thanks to the stone they will be able to curb their violent temperament, which often brings many problems. The treasured decoration will help them think before saying or, especially, doing something that they will regret in the future.
- Aries The bloodstone will ensure success in risky endeavors and good luck, but you should not abuse such a talisman and wear it constantly.
It is better not to wear hematite with expensive gems. Be sure to check compatibility with other stones. The best way make sure - consult with a psychic or astrologer.
Gemini, , and Virgos the mineral is contraindicated - it will conflict with their energy field. The rest of the zodiac signs can wear bloodstone, but better time remove from time to time.
The main thing is to follow these simple tips and do not forget to cleanse the mineral from negative energy, and he will undoubtedly be a good assistant in all your endeavors.
Hematite is sometimes called black pearl. The stone is very beautiful, although its color can only be said to be black, dark gray or black with cherry-red hues.
It has been known since ancient times. Its appearance with a metallic sheen has always attracted magicians and alchemists - seekers of eternal youth.
Looking at faceted hematite in your palm, you might think that in front of you lies a molten piece of metal, for example, mercury. People have always considered hematite stone one of the most mysterious minerals on Earth.
Properties of hematite
As we have already found out, hematite has a rich black color with shine. Minerals of dark gray or dark red color are found. It is essentially iron oxide. The stone has more than one name; for example, it is also called “bloodstone”. Does this name come from Greek? haimatos, which translates to "blood". In addition, it is called iron kidney, red iron ore.
When sorcerers and sorcerers of ancient times made various potions, they ground them in a mortar. Thus, it was observed that hematite powder added to pure water turned it blood red. This is what made them think about some kind of supernatural power of hematite - to work miracles. And the stone was considered magical, magical.
Hematite is an opaque stone, with a beautiful metallic luster, quite hard and heavy, but at the same time fragile. And one more amazing property - if you run a stone over a hard surface, it will leave a reddish mark. All this can be explained simply - hematite, after all, contains iron. But in ancient times, this feature elevated him even more in the eyes of people, and primarily magicians.
There are cave paintings of animals and hunters, as well as various symbols in caves in Cantabria and Asturias (Spain), where they were painted with red paint made from this stone. Hematite is still used in the production of paints today. For example, for making a red pencil heart core, linoleum, enamels, artistic fonts, etc. Stone hardness is 5.5 – 6.5, density – 4.9 – 5.3. 
Processed hematite is similar to morion, obsidian and jet. Hematite is common not only on Earth. For example, while studying the planet Mars, scientists came to the conclusion that the magnetic iron oxide present on the distant planet coincides with hematite in composition and formula.
Hematite is formed in iron-containing ores and has several varieties:
1. Red iron ore
2. Iron mica
3. Iron shine
4. Iron Rose
5. Red glass head
Stone deposits exist in Russia, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan. Hematite is mined in Brazil, Switzerland, Italy and the USA. 
Hematite in jewelry
Naturally, we are interested in whether hematite is used in jewelry? Having so many magical properties behind it, the stone has undoubtedly been used in the creation of jewelry since ancient times. Even today they make beads, necklaces, and set rings and earrings from it. Magnificent brooches made of hematite.
Especially the most wide application have received rings and bracelets for a long time. The signet rings and gems (carved miniatures) are stunningly beautiful. They literally attract the eye with their mysterious metallic shine and deep rich black color with a reddish tint. 
Hematite is used to make inserts in various jewelry. It is difficult to polish a stone, and only after careful grinding. Jewelry made from natural hematite must be treated with care, because the stone is fragile, so it is afraid of impacts and friction. Under the sun, it can become very hot and damage the skin.
Hematite loves silver, and products made from hematite are loved by many “stars”. These jewelry are interesting not only for their beauty, but also for their mystery. These are mainly cocktail and daytime decorations. Many people produce them jewelry brands, such as Piaget, Buccellati, Graff, Arpels, Mikimoto, Stella McCartney, David Yurman, Zoccai, Monies.
Imitation and fake natural stone
Despite the fact that hematite is quite widespread on the planet, there are fakes, and even quite a few. They are trying to sell cermet “stones” under the guise of hematite. You can check it.
Run a piece of stone over a ceramic shard - hematite will leave a red line, but a metal-ceramic “stone” will not. There is also a synthetic analogue - hematin. It is impossible to distinguish them externally, but hematin, unlike real stone, is attracted by a magnet.
Hematite healing properties
People began to be interested in the medical practice of treating various diseases on the physical and psychological levels with the help of stones back in ancient times. Lithotherapy was familiar to many peoples: ancient Chinese healers, Tibetan monks, Mongols, and of course, Indian yogis.
Ancient Greek manuscripts have been preserved, which contain descriptions of treatment using precious, semi-precious stones and minerals. Many unrelated cultures engaged in similar healing practices using gems and minerals. And hematite was not one of the last stones used to cure diseases.
Based on the vast experience of our ancestors, it is known that the stone can cure many diseases. It has a weak magnetic field, which is used in treatment.
It was recommended to be worn as bracelets by those with impaired hearing, and in the form of beads and necklaces by those wishing to improve their eyesight. It is believed that the stone cleanses the blood and normalizes the functioning of the spleen, liver and kidneys. Lithotherapists advise placing hematite or jewelry made from it near the organ that requires treatment.
Eastern medicine claims that hematite will help heal blood vessel diseases, especially blockages. We can agree with all this, but you should not leave only jewelry made of this stone in front of you when you are struck by some kind of illness. Despite his abilities, he needs a good doctor.
Many diseases are listed in ancient manuscripts that hematite can overcome, including bleeding wounds, various tumors, genitourinary diseases, etc. The stone has a weak magnetic field, so from this side it does not pose a danger. And yet, consultation with doctors is required for those who have problems with blood pressure. Not everything is clear here; there are statements that normalization of pressure is possible, but it is also necessary to take into account the lunar phases.
Since ancient times, hematite has been considered a sacred stone among magicians, wizards and witches. According to legend, the stone has protective properties that can not only counteract evil magic, but also resist the interference of negative energy.
The so-called “Bloodstone” or bloodstone has long been known for its magical properties. Warriors and knights used it as a protective talisman against bleeding. Before the battle, the warrior wore a men's bracelet made of hematite, magical properties who protected him during the battles, gave them strength, courage and faith in victory. Despite the fact that endowed with strong masculine energy, the stone is considered more masculine, the blue black mineral hematite, has magical properties for women that have a certain power - it provides strong support in business and business matters.
One of the main magical properties of the mineral is the development of natural intuitive abilities. Hematite is certainly a powerful talisman and amulet that you can not only carry with you, but also keep in your home. The magic of hematite stone manifests itself at its maximum level if you place the gem in four opposite corners. Such a ritual will not only protect the house or premises, but will also protect its owners.
The mineral is also a love talisman and among its magical properties is also an active influence on personal and family relationships. If you need to improve your relationships, attract love, passion and bring harmony and balance into your life, then you should purchase and wear hematite jewelry. It is best to wear the mineral as a ring on your left hand. Jewelry made from silver with natural gem inserts is the best amulet and amulet for both men and women.
Among the well-known healing properties:
- active effect on the body's oxygen supply, thanks to improved iron processing in the intestines;
- Many healers use the stone to stop bleeding and heal various blood-related diseases.
Hematite stone: magical properties and who is suitable for it
Astrologers claim that the patron planet of the mineral is Mars, and it is this planet that is rich in this mineral. The element of the gem is Fire, however, despite this, it is recommended to wear the stone for such zodiac signs as Cancer, Scorpio, Aquarius and Capricorn. As for the other signs of the Zodiac, it is not recommended for them to wear the stone and use its magical properties.
Representatives of the Cancer sign are often emotional, but rather cold people, endowed with special sensitivity, which leads them to imaginary depression and wave-like stress. Jewelry in the form of earrings or pendants will cope with negativity, help resist the daily routine, direct thoughts in the right direction, and give balance and emotional harmony. Scorpio is the most complex and mysterious sign of the Zodiac.
Scorpios are often people with a difficult and irrepressible character, who often have a rather aggressive disposition. Bloodstone hematite stone, magical properties, ideal in the form of jewelry suitable for people possessing this sign, bringing emotional stability, stability, confidence and calm. The mineral will pacify the wild ardor of Scorpios and help them learn to fight their own anger and irritability.
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That stones have magical power has been known for a long time. But stones can bring both good luck and trouble. Therefore, it is important to wear those stones that correspond to a specific zodiac sign. We will look at what characteristics it has amazing stone hematite. We’ll also talk about what healing and magical properties this mineral has.
general characteristics
Let's start the description with external characteristics. The mineral, whose chemical formula is fe2o3, got its name due to its red-brown color, reminiscent of the color of blood. But this is the color of the trait (iron ore mineral ground into powder). Scientifically this characteristic called the stroke color. A solid stone can be black, graphite, silver or dark red. No matter what color hematite stone is painted, it has a metallic tint. It is thanks to this shade that hematite jewelry looks luxurious and can decorate any look.
There are 2 varieties of hematite: specularite and red glass head. Some researchers identify 3 times more varieties. A special place is given to:
- minerals that have a scaly structure (iron mica);
- stones whose structure contains formations (martite);
- minerals in which plastic crystals are connected in such a way that they have the shape of the corolla of a wild rose flower (iron rose);
- red stones with a fine crystalline structure.
If speak about physical properties hematite, it is worth noting that it is opaque. Despite the fact that the hardness of the mineral is 6 units, it is brittle. The mineral is practically non-magnetic, density varies between 5-5.3 g/cubic. see, there is no cleavage.
It is worth noting that sometimes inclusions of hematite are found in quartz, limonite, ilmenite and other minerals. It is also worth noting that hematite can be obtained from magnetite. This stone is interesting due to its magnetic properties. But when exposed to temperature, it loses its magnetic properties and turns into bloodstone. True, the transformation requires a temperature of 220 degrees.
Scope of hematite use
The stone has been used in several areas. First of all, hematite is a mineral with excellent appearance. Accordingly, it is used for making jewelry, crafts and amulets. But, after purchasing a bracelet, beads or ring, in the manufacture of which this a natural stone, you need to provide them with proper care. We store jewelry in a separate box, the bottom of which is covered with a layer of foam rubber. We make sure that the stone is not subject to mechanical damage during wear.
Red iron ore is also used to create all kinds of souvenirs. In this case, you can combine hematite with other stones (limonite and malachite, magnetite, for example). A combination of hematite and lava (lava stone) would also be good. But it is not recommended to use rhinestones, beads and other artificial materials. Although some craftswomen manage to combine artificial and real materials well. But such crafts have less energy than those made entirely from natural materials.
Hematite stone is used not only for making jewelry. Due to the presence of iron in the mineral, it is used in the production of cast iron and steel. Hematite ore is at least 50% iron. Sometimes the percentage of iron in the ore is 65%.
Hematite stone is also used to produce red paint. But, with the help of this mineral, which is used as a pigment in the manufacture of paint, you can get not the standard red color, but the so-called red ocher color.
It is also worth noting the healing and magical properties of hematite. But hematite cannot be used as a medication. It acts in conjunction with drug treatment, helping the body fight various ailments.
Hematite is the name given to the mineral by scientists. Among the people you can find other names, the most common of which are bloodstone, Alaskan diamond, hematin, black diamond.
Medicinal properties
It is not for nothing that one of the popular names for hematite is bloodstone. The stone was used to combat blood diseases. It was also used in the treatment of various injuries (from cuts to fractures). The healing properties of hematite include a beneficial effect on the formation of hemoglobin. Red iron ore also helps improve the absorption of oxygen by body tissues. Healers claim that wearing jewelry with hematite improves the composition of iron-containing protein. Scientists neither confirm nor deny this fact.
It is recommended to wear a ring with noble hematite or earrings for people who have problems with blood clotting. The stone also has a positive effect on this process. It would not be superfluous to wear a product made of hematite for those people who do not have problems with clotting, but have wounds or cuts on the body. By increasing the rate of blood clotting, the stone will promote rapid healing of wounds. There is also an opinion that Alaskan diamond promotes the formation of substances that destroy harmful organisms at the site of the cut. This allows you to relieve inflammation in the wound area.
It is recommended to wear black diamond for people who have low blood pressure. Many years of practice have proven that it increases blood pressure. Respectively, high blood pressure is a contraindication to wearing jewelry with precious stones.
Hematite and magic
All stones are credited with magical properties, and hematite, the brilliance of which cannot but attract attention, is no exception. Since ancient times, a necklace made of natural bloodstone has been used as an amulet to protect a person from evil forces. Bloodstone was especially popular among Egyptian legionnaires. They took him on all their campaigns of conquest. But most often they used not jewelry, but figurines made of black diamond as amulets. IN Ancient Rus' hematite decorated children's cribs. It was believed that it was able to protect small children from strong falls and dangerous injuries. History knows many examples when amulets made of bloodstone protected from troubles and brought good luck.
Hematite is often used in sacred rituals and ceremonies. Bloodstone helps to communicate with the dead. It can also protect a person from evil forces. Along with security, black diamond gives people wisdom, helps them understand the signs that the Universe sends, and accept the right decision. And for people capable of prophecies, bloodstone is of great importance. It helps you see the future more clearly. Therefore, while working, it would be a good idea to decorate your hand with a hematite bracelet.
Hematite combines with any metals. But experts recommend setting it exclusively with silver.
What zodiac signs does hematite correspond to?
Let's figure out who is suitable for natural hematite, and who should refuse to wear products with this mineral. And a horoscope will help answer this question. Hematite does not bring good luck and prosperity to all zodiac signs.
Black Diamond for Aries
Every Aries should have a semi-precious mineral. You can wear jewelry with Alaskan diamonds every day. Don't forget to take the amulet to a meeting where important decisions will have to be made. Best to choose silver ring. According to astrologers, men should wear it on forefinger left hand, and women - right. The amulet will not only give confidence to its owner, but will also endow him with love energy.
The Alaskan diamond will bring success to Aries men in all endeavors. An Aries woman can easily cope with any stressful situation with the help of such an amulet. It is worth placing a black diamond figurine both at your workplace and at home. This way you will attract success at work, and create a favorable atmosphere at home.
Black Diamond for Scorpio
For Scorpios, the Alaskan diamond will help them achieve success at work and bring material well-being. But experts do not recommend wearing beads, necklaces or any other jewelry made of black mineral. Scorpios are better off putting the mineral in their bag, pocket or wallet.
For both Scorpio men and women, hematite will become a talisman that brings good luck. He will give men the strength to complete all tasks and find the right words during fateful conversations. And he will help women become wiser and learn to use the situation in such a way as to extract from it maximum benefit for myself. The Alaskan diamond will also be an assistant for the Scorpio child, for whom it will help overcome all fears.
Black Diamond for Cancer
Cancer is another zodiac sign that a black diamond will bring good luck to. For them, hematite is a concentrate of vitality and energy. It will bring success not only at work, but also in personal relationships. It is advisable to purchase a pendant or cross with a semi-precious stone. You can also buy a brooch. You should pay attention to jewelry made using stones cut using the cabochon technique. This cut allows you to show off the stone, which has an incredibly beautiful shine, from its best side.
This amulet will protect a Cancer man from conflict situations and help him move forward without stopping at any difficulties. For a Cancer woman, the Alaskan diamond will give self-confidence and success in love relationships. The beautiful mineral will protect the child from diseases.
Black Diamond for Virgo
Jewelry with shiny hematite is also useful for virgins. They will help you take a step towards experimentation. Virgos who cannot manage their personal lives can also acquire this talisman. Representatives of this zodiac sign can wear any jewelry. But don't wear too much jewelry. Wear graphite hematite jewelry either on your hands, around your neck, or in your ears.
Black Diamond for Aquarius
Aquarius simply needs a talisman with an Alaskan diamond. It will give you confidence and focus and help you achieve success in absolutely all areas of life. Also, the amulet will be able to protect Aquarius from stressful situations that negatively affect him. You can wear jewelry with semi-precious stones every day. But occasionally, still, let the stone rest.
Aquarius' house, decorated with hematite crafts, will turn into a full bowl. There will be success, material wealth, and harmony in relationships with your partner. You can decorate your home with icons decorated with semi-precious black diamonds.
Black Diamond for Gemini
For Gemini, the bloodstone will bring good luck during business trips and travel. It will facilitate interesting acquaintances. And for single twins, such a trip can be a great romantic adventure.
For Gemini women, an amulet with a black diamond will help them to be in the center of male attention, and will protect the child from unkind glances.
Black Diamond for Sagittarius
In general, bloodstone is not contraindicated for archers. He protects people of this difficult zodiac sign from themselves. But it is not recommended for Sagittarius to constantly wear jewelry with bloodstone. They should only be worn for important events and meetings, after which give yourself and the stone the opportunity to take a break from each other.
Bloodstone has no effect on other zodiac signs special attention. Therefore, they should take a closer look at other stones.
Determining the authenticity of the stone
Unfortunately, the market is currently filled with fakes. Therefore, it is important to be able to distinguish a natural stone from a fake. First of all, you should pay attention to the mass of the iron-containing mineral. Iron, and bloodstone contains quite a lot of it, acts as a weighting agent. Accordingly, even small-sized beads have quite a lot of weight. If you take any jewelry with artificial material that looks natural, then its weight will be at least a gram less, jewelry with dark hematite is the same size.
You can also check the authenticity of a black diamond using any light surface that has a rough structure. You need to place a stone on it, lightly press it down and move it across the surface. If after this a dark red trace remains on the surface, then the mineral is real. IN otherwise you have a fake in your hands. This method will help to more accurately determine the authenticity of the product.
Well, it’s worth talking about the price. The cost of jewelry depends on many factors. If we consider the origin of the stone, it is mined in many countries. Accordingly, the pricing policy for jewelry with this iron ore is low. But at the same time, an excessively low price, even under the guise of a sale, should alert you. It is also important how the master processed the semi-precious mineral. The better the cut, the more expensive the stone. Another factor that influences how much a piece of jewelry costs is the metal of the frame. A gold pendant will cost more than a silver one. At the same time, hematite looks great in silver. Therefore, there is no point in overpaying, given that the price difference is quite large.
You can buy products with bloodstone in the online store by selecting the appropriate section in the table of contents. But it is not possible to verify the authenticity of a stone only from a photo.
Conclusion
We figured out what kind of hematite stone it is, what properties it has, who should wear jewelry with it, and who should refuse such an acquisition. Due to the presence of huge deposits of bloodstone, jewelry with it has a low policy. Hematite deposits are located in the USA, Switzerland, Italy, Brazil, the Czech Republic, and the UK. It was possible to find deposits of this mineral also in Russia and Ukraine.
Finally, we note that many famous jewelers make products with black diamonds. And celebrity personalities often appear at various events in jewelry with bloody Jewelry with bloodstone in the boho style is suitable for everyday wear.
You can often hear that hematite is called “bloodstone”, because the word haima is translated from Greek as “blood”. At first glance, the stone seems black, dark gray, but if you look closely, it has the color of dried blood, this shade occurs due to the influence of iron oxides. Some stones have blue streaks on top.
Description of hematite stone
If you look at a thin plate of hematite, it will appear transparent; if you look at a dense stone, it will have a metallic tint. A large stone can even be used as a mirror.
The stone is extracted from genetic deposits and rocks, environment must have a high oxidation potential. Hematite ores are used to produce steel and cast iron; 50-60% of the ore consists of iron. The rock heats up very quickly and strongly in the sun, so jewelry made from this stone is summer period must be worn very carefully so as not to burn the skin.
Hematite is mined in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, as well as the USA, Brazil, Switzerland, and Italy. Although it is a common stone and costs little money, there are still people who counterfeit it. A real stone, firstly, is heavy, and secondly, if you run the stone over a light-colored material with a rough surface, a red mark will remain.
Hematite stone in nature and products made from it
Variety of hematites
In addition to the fact that hematite can have a different physical composition, it has a large number of names:
- bloodstone;
- black Diamond;
- iron kidney;
- iron mica;
- mirror ore;
- red ore;
- sanguine;
- hematite;
- red glitter.
Can be found in various deposits different types hematite. Iron luster consists of coarse sprouts and crystals. Iron mica contains a large number of scaly components. Iron rose looks like rosehip flowers and consists of lamellar crystals. Martite has a loose structure, red glass head has dense formations, red iron ore has fine-crystalline dense parts.
Hematite healing properties
Hematite products are sold in many stores, and this store does not necessarily specialize in jewelry. After all it has medicinal properties, products are worn on the arms and neck.
In ancient times, hematite was used to treat eye diseases and improve immunity. The stone can be applied to places where there are problems with blood circulation. Products made from hematite are useful to wear for people who suffer from anemia.
Hematite properties used for medicinal purposes:
- restoration of kidney tissue;
- maintaining kidney function;
- normalization of iron absorption processes;
- increase in the number of red blood cells;
- elimination of insomnia;
- reduction in the manifestations of seizures;
- reducing pain and complications from spinal curvatures and bruises.
If you constantly wear a hematite bracelet, your body will receive large quantity oxygen. This is due to the fact that the small intestine begins to absorb iron more actively. But Hematite is not always so useful, some people experience individual iron intolerance. Then, when wearing the stone, you feel discomfort; in this case, it is better to refuse to wear jewelry or not to allow it to come into contact with the skin.
You may notice that many older people wear bracelets that use hematite, photos of which can be found on the Internet. This is due to another important property: it is able to normalize blood pressure. There is one peculiarity: to lower blood pressure, stones are worn in the second half of the lunar cycle, and to increase it - in the first.
Gradually, the bracelet is able to strengthen nervous system, a person becomes more resilient physically and mentally, tolerates stress more easily, relaxes faster, and adapts to new situations. Hematite also makes it easier to give up bad habits , lose weight.
Magical properties of the stone
But hematite is so popular not only because of its medicinal properties. Many successors of the stone attribute magical properties to hematite. There is a lot of controversy and disagreement about this.
In ancient times, hematite was used as a talisman to ward off evil spirits. Other peoples, on the contrary, invoked higher powers with hematite. Therefore, professionals believe that the magical properties of hematite change depending on what it is wearing.
If a cross is made from material or a cross is engraved on a stone, then such a symbol will help protect the owner from evil spirits. If you depict a symbol of a demon or spirit on a stone, it will help to call these forces into the real world.
In Russian times, a small pebble was hung over a child's crib. It was believed that in this way the child would be protected from bruises and injuries, he would not fall, and if this happened, it would not lead to bleeding.
In many books that describe magical rituals, hematite is often used. Its main magical properties:
- calling the spirits of the departed;
- calling elemental spirits;
- protection from evil spirits.
If you carry the stone with you or keep it at home, it can protect the owner from astral attacks. Also, the universe opens up to a person, he becomes wiser, signs are sent to him from above. For people who practice magic and engage in philosophy, hematite helps to open the future and decipher it more accurately.
The use of magical properties in the modern world
If the stone is to be used for magical purposes, then it can be framed in silver. In ancient times, magicians made rings from hematite, framed in bronze, copper or brass. If a man wears the stone, then it will bring him happiness. If it is a ring, then men put it on the index finger right hand, and the woman's index finger of her left hand.
For both men and women, bloodstone will stimulate sexual energy. The magical properties of the stone are quite serious, so you should not mindlessly wear the stone only as decoration.
The stone is considered ambitious. For him, it doesn’t matter how financially secure the owner is, the main thing is his thoughts and aspirations. Bloodstone will help in learning, personal growth, and when starting your own business.
Since a real stone leaves red marks on the surface, when performing magical rituals, Kabbalistic signs or protective circles are drawn with it.
If a person has evil thoughts, a negative attitude, then hematite will not help him. It was and is worn by warriors as a talisman, since it is able to protect a person from bullets and serious injuries. To enhance magical properties, it must be consecrated in the church or engraved there is a cross on it.
