Hematite is one of the heaviest and most characterful minerals: its metallic sheen, silvery-grey surface looks as though liquid metal has solidified within it. This set of approximately 20 Hematite Mineral Samples arrives from Morocco and is equally suited to a mineralogical collection, educational use, meditation, or simply as a striking decorative display.
What makes hematite special
Hematite (Fe2O3, iron oxide) is one of the most common iron ores, valued across different cultures for millennia. Its name derives from the Greek haima (blood), a reference to the reddish colour it produces when ground to powder - this red pigment was one of the earliest colouring materials in human history. In its natural state, hematite is lustrous and metallic - the so-called specular hematite form is the most visually spectacular.
Collection and educational use
The set of approximately 20 pieces is ideal for a beginner mineral collection, mineralogical education, or school demonstrations. Every piece is a natural, unpolished, untreated hematite sample - the exact size and form of each piece differs, which provides a more natural and authentic collecting experience than a standardized set.
Meditation and crystal work
In crystal therapy, hematite is said to carry grounding and protective energy - particularly recommended for those who feel mentally overwhelmed, uncertain, or simply seeking a more stable foundation. The heavy, metallically cool feel in the hand is truly distinctive.
Product details
- Mineral type: hematite (natural)
- Number of pieces: approx. 20
- Net weight (set): 3.7 kg
- Colour: metallic silver-grey
- Condition: natural, unpolished
- Origin: Morocco