Crystal Library
Hematite
Grounding, focus, strength
What is Hematite?
Hematite is an iron oxide that polishes to a gunmetal mirror — heavy, cool, and metallic in the hand. Ancient warriors ground it into red ochre war paint; its name comes from the Greek for blood.
Meaning & symbolism
Hematite is the grounding stone: weight, focus, and an even keel. It symbolizes staying planted while everything else spins, making it popular for high-pressure work.
How to wear & pair it
Its mirror-gray flatters every dark palette — onyx, obsidian, tiger's eye — and its weight gives a bracelet satisfying heft. Popular in men's 8–10mm designs.
Care
Hard but brittle; avoid hard knocks. Keep dry — prolonged moisture can dull the metallic polish.
Available bead sizes
4mm
$1.00/bead
6mm
$2.00/bead
8mm
$3.00/bead
10mm
$5.00/bead
Bracelets featuring Hematite
Frequently asked
Why is hematite so heavy?
It is about 70% iron by weight — nearly twice the density of quartz. That satisfying weight is a sign of the real thing.
Is magnetic hematite natural?
Natural hematite is only weakly magnetic; strongly magnetic "hematite" beads are a man-made ferrite composite.
Crystal meanings are shared for reflection, styling and gifting inspiration — not as medical advice.