China AB Hematite Bracelet (5-6mm balls)

Dimensions:

Approx 17-18cm - Fits all wrists with a size of 16-18cm


Bracelet made of 5-6mm hematite balls.

Hematite is mainly composed of oxygen, iron, titanium, aluminum, manganese and a large amount of water. It belongs to the oxide family, it is even the most widespread iron oxide on Earth. It has also been found on Mars. Its iron content, lower than that of magnetite, can reach 70%.

This mineral is black to silvery gray, brown to red or completely red. Exposed to water and crushed, it is very friable and easily reduced to a blood-red powder. This particularity gave it its name “haematites” in Latin, from “haima” in Greek, meaning blood. The more finely grained the varieties of hematite are, the more the red color is present.

This mineral is found in metamorphic rocks, sedimentary rocks, hydrothermal environments, eruptive rocks, but also following the emanation of gas by volcanoes. The hardness of hematite is 5 to 6 on the Mohs scale.

Thus, the appearance of hematite varies depending on its composition, location and the temperature at which it crystallizes. It can therefore appear as lamellae, granular masses, columns, short crystals, etc. Hematite inclusions in various minerals give them a magnificent effect and are highly sought after.

Since prehistoric times, hematite has been used by humans, especially homo sapiens. In fact, they used it as body paint. Then, hematite, in its red form, was crushed and diluted in water. Its traces can be found on the prehistoric frescoes of the Chauvet cave dating back 30,000 years, then on those of the Lascaux cave, dating back about 20,000 years. The first hematite mines have been exploited for about 10,000 years.

Persian and Babylonian civilizations made many hematite cylinders. They hung them around their necks in order to benefit from their magical and protective powers. A number of these cylinders have been found dating back 4,000 years.

The Egyptians engraved hematite, which was then considered a precious stone. Mirrors belonging to wealthy Egyptian women were made and carved from hematite. They also made up their lips with powdered ochre-coloured hematite. Hematite powder was said to ward off bad luck and illness.

The Greeks and Romans attributed many virtues to crushed hematite, including that of healing the eyes, and even restoring sight. It is said that it was also used to treat wounds, burns and stop bleeding on the battlefield. It was also apparently very effective against bites from venomous animals and poison in general.

In the Middle Ages, powdered hematite was one of the main components of grisaille, a relatively special paint. This type of glass paint adorned many stained glass windows and other masterpieces in cathedrals and churches.

From the 15th century, hematite-based paint was used to color faces in portrait painting. Then, during the Renaissance, Leonardo da Vinci used hematite chalk sticks.

Today, hematite is still used in the production of iron and in the manufacture of cosmetics. It is found in metallurgy or in the form of aggregates in the composition of heavy concrete. It often happens that many specimens are used in jewelry or are simply collected by lovers of beautiful stones.

The main deposits are in China, Brazil, Argentina, France, etc.

Hematite is a stone of anchoring and harmony. It brings back to reality people who are a little too dreamy. This stone develops the sense of listening, both to others and to oneself. It also teaches patience and compassion. It thus provides quality relationships.

This mineral gives strength and courage, in order to face life's difficulties serenely. It helps to overcome shyness, doubts and lack of self-confidence. Hematite generates assurance, energy and optimism.

It helps to assert oneself and strengthen the will. Thus, it is also recommended to fight against addictions and compulsive behaviors (smoking, alcoholism, bulimia, anorexia).

Hematite is known to stimulate concentration and memory. It is ideal for students, for people in retraining or professional training. It especially facilitates the study of technical and scientific subjects.

Hematite is said to help people who are too angry or too nervous to find peace. It teaches them to analyze events calmly and with perspective. It helps to overcome all kinds of fears and phobias. In addition, it provides quality sleep by keeping anxiety away.