Shungite

Crystal Properties:

Colour: Black, sometimes with a silvery shine

Chemical Composition: Primarily carbon, with fullerene, a form of carbon that is a powerful antioxidant

Hardness: 3.5 - 4 on the Mohs scale

Transparency: Opaque

Lustre: Matte to semi-metallic

Historical Uses:

Shungite has a long history dating back several billion years. It has been used medicinally in Russia for centuries, particularly for its purported purifying and antioxidant properties. It was traditionally used in water purification and has recently gained global popularity for its protective qualities against electromagnetic fields (EMFs).

Metaphysical Associations:

Chakra: Root

Element: Earth, Fire

Planet: Saturn

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn, Scorpio

Healing Uses:

EMF Protection: Widely used for protection against electromagnetic fields emitted by electronic devices.

Detoxification: Believed to have strong detoxifying and purifying properties, both physically and energetically.

Stress Relief: Known to alleviate stress, anxiety, and emotional turmoil.

Spiritual Uses:

Grounding Energy: Provides strong grounding and protective energy, connecting the user to the Earth.

Personal Transformation: Assists in personal growth and transformation, encouraging the release of old patterns and habits.

Emotional and Mental Aspects:

Emotional Balance: Promotes emotional balance and stability, helping to calm and soothe the mind.

Mental Clarity: Enhances mental clarity and focus, aiding in decision-making and logical thinking.

Numerology:

Numerological Significance: Often associated with the number 4, symbolising stability, practicality, and building solid foundations.

Additional Properties:

Physical Well-being: Thought to promote overall physical well-being and vitality.

Environmental Cleansing: Used to cleanse spaces of negative energies, creating a harmonious environment.

Psychic Protection: Provides psychic protection, shielding against negative energies and influences.