Hematite is said to enhance personal magnetism, will and courage. Believed beneficial for blood flows, stress and the nerves.

Hamatite -Used to encourage optimism and is also good for stress and depression.

Large crystalline masses of Haematite have an attractive silver sheen, and is often used in jewellery.

Haematite is an extremely good grounding stone. Wearing or holding a piece of haematite will bring the wearer's awareness back to the body and present almost instantly.

Hematite is an iron ore. The ancient greeks associated iron with Mars, the god of war, and soldiers would rub hematite all over their bodies before battle, probably to make themselves invulnerable. It was also noted by Anselmus Di Boot, court physician to Rudolph II of Germany, to be used to staunch haemorrage (1609). It rounds, protects, strengthens the will, and because of its reflective quality, promotes awareness of personal issues and patterns by encouraging inner reflection. It encourages the ability to survive and the desire for further development. Because of its high iron content, it is used in the treatment of anaemia and circulatory problems. It clears and re-aligns lower Chakras, allowing any unwanted or unnecessary energy to drain down and out of the body. Hematite also draws off heat, and can be useful in treatment of fevers. A rose-shaped hematite crystal has the same qualities as smooth, polished hematite, but can be further used to help to contain one's own energy. When used in meditation, it allows us to see different layers of reality, and to step back and view our problems with detachment.

From the Greek, haimatites, "bloodlike'" in allusion to vivid red color of the powder. Noted by Anselmus Di Boot, court physician to Rudolph II of Germany to be used to staunch haemorrage (1609); De Boot also comments that "good and bad angels" may enter gemstones, and can guard men from dangers, or procure special grace for them.
Chakra Alignment: Base
Birthstone: Aries and Aquarius

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