Hematite Tumbled Stone

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Hematite is an iron oxide mineral, traditionally associated with grounding, stability, and protection. This tumbled stone has a sleek, mirror-like silver-gray shine and a surprisin g weight for its size — polished smooth, it feels cool and grounding in the hand. Because each natural stone is unique, shine, shape, and markings will vary slightly from the photo.Sold individually — the listed price is for one (1) tumbled stone.Quick facts Stone Hematite Composition Iron oxide (Fe₂O₃) Hardness About 5.5–6.5 on the Mohs scale Color Metallic silver-gray Chakra Root Traditionally used for Grounding, stability & protection Water safe? No — keep dry, can rust with prolonged moisture Meaning & historyIn crystal tradition, hematite is associated with grounding, stability, and protection — many people use it to feel centered and to gently shield against scattered or draining energy. It is often connected to the Root chakra, and is a staple of any protection and grounding collection.How to use itCarry it when you want to feel anchored, hold it during grounding meditation, or keep it on your desk as a steadying presence. Browse all tumbled stones, or explore the wider Hematite collection. Many pair it with our Red Jasper Bracelet for extra grounding throughout the day.Care & cleansingHematite is iron-based, so keep it dry — prolonged water contact can cause the surface to rust or dull. Wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth rather than rinsing it. To refresh it energetically, use moonlight, smoke, or sound rather than water or salt, both of which can damage the surface over time.Frequently asked questionsWhat is hematite used for?It is traditionally associated with grounding, stability, and protection. Many people carry a piece for a centered, steady feeling; it is a decorative, symbolic stone, not a medical device.Can hematite get wet?Keep it dry. Because hematite is an iron oxide mineral, prolonged water contact can rust or dull its metallic surface — wipe it clean instead of soaking it.Is hematite safe to carry every day?Yes — it's a fairly hard, durable stone (about 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale) and comfortable to carry or handle daily. Just keep it away from prolonged moisture.How do I cleanse hematite?Use moonlight, smoke, or sound rather than water or salt water, both of which can dull or rust the surface over time.How can I tell if hematite is real?Natural hematite is notably heavy for its size, with a cool metallic silver-gray sheen, and leaves a reddish-brown streak if scratched on unglazed porcelain. It is only weakly magnetic — a strongly magnetic piece has likely been magnetized (see our Magnetic Hematite for that effect).What pairs well with hematite?Many pair hematite with black tourmaline or shungite for extra grounding. Explore more in protection and grounding.Explore the full Hematite collection, browse all tumbled stones, or find more for protection and grounding.{"@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [{"@type": "Question", "name": "What is hematite used for?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "It is traditionally associated with grounding, stability, and protection. Many people carry a piece for a centered, steady feeling; it is a decorative, symbolic stone, not a medical device."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "Can hematite get wet?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Keep it dry. Because hematite is an iron oxide mineral, prolonged water contact can rust or dull its metallic surface — wipe it clean instead of soaking it."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "Is hematite safe to carry every day?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — it's a fairly hard, durable stone (about 5.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale) and comfortable to carry or handle daily. Just keep it away from prolonged moisture."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "How do I cleanse hematite?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Use moonlight, smoke, or sound rather than water or salt water, both of which can dull or rust the surface over time."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "How can I tell if hematite is real?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Natural hematite is notably heavy for its size, with a cool metallic silver-gray sheen, and leaves a reddish-brown streak if scratched on unglazed porcelain. It is only weakly magnetic — a strongly magnetic piece has likely been magnetized (see our Magnetic Hematite for that effect)."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What pairs well with hematite?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Many pair hematite with black tourmaline or shungite for extra grounding. Explore more in protection and grounding."}}]} Show more