🪨Origins & Formation

Hematite (Specular) is recognized in the Oxide family. It is appreciated by collectors and healers for its characteristic appearance and energy.

🌍Where It’s Found

• Brazil
• Madagascar
• USA

📜History & Cultural Significance

Modern lore associates Hematite (Specular) with themes of reflective strength and grounded shine.

🧘Chakra Connection

Often paired with supportive centers for balance and growth.

• Root: Stability and presence.
• Heart: Openness and compassion.
• Third Eye: Clarity and perspective.

💫Tarot Connection

Tarot themes echo its character:

• Temperance: Harmony and steady progress.

♒Zodiac & Astrology

Common pairings for temperament and practice:

• Taurus: Steadiness.
• Virgo: Careful improvement.
• Scorpio: Depth and focus.

Associations vary—choose what resonates.

✨Healing Properties & Symbolism

• Calm: Encourages ease and relaxation.
• Focus: Supports practical follow‑through.
• Balance: Helps harmonize mood and energy.

These qualities reflect traditional lore and spiritual practices and are not medical claims.

🧭Everyday Uses & Care

• Decor: Place where you plan or reflect.
• Meditation: Slow breath while holding the stone.
• Care tips: Gentle cleaning
• avoid harsh chemicals.

⛰️Geological Context

Forms in hydrothermal veins, sedimentary iron formations, and as weathering product of iron minerals.

🧪Scientific Properties

🤝Ethical Sourcing

Beware ‘magnetic hematite’—usually synthetic ferrite; choose honest labeling and responsible mining.

🧤Safety & Handling

• Moderate hardness (5.5–6.5)
• can chip edges.
• Iron‑rich—wipe dry after water to prevent surface oxidation on porous pieces.
• Avoid strong impacts on thin cabs.

🔎Similar Crystals

• Magnetite (magnetic
• black streak)
• Ilmenite (weaker magnetism
• different streak)
• Specularite (sparkly hematite variety)

📚Further Reading

• Mindat — Hematite (Specular)
• Wikipedia — Hematite (Specular)