Natural Semi-Precious Stones have always had close links with the world of metaphysics. The first historical references to the use of healing stones come from ancient African civilizations, who included energy stones used in their symbols & rituals. In Ancient Egypt particularly, our ancestors used energy stones in their jewelry primarily for spiritual protection and health.
Black Onyx is a powerful protective stone that is known to shield the mind, body & spirit by repelling negative energy. It absorbs and transforms negative energy, helping to prevent the drain of personal energy.
Many use Black Onyx to bring good fortune, as it is known as a stone that fosters wise decision-making energy. Black Onyx is a strength-giving stone and can provide one support for self-discipline issues. Black Onyx is rumored to literally have the ability hold physical memories within, making these stones useful in healing old wounds or past life issues.
Additional Metaphysical Benefits:
- Releases Negativity
- Helps to Calm Fears
- Increase Feeling of Security
- Encourages happiness
- Aids in Developing Emotional Strength
The smooth black stones w/ holes are called Obsidian Stones (aka Lava Stones), which are a type of rock formed from magma erupted from a volcano and cools off very quickly. It is formed from molten lava (volcanic rock so hot that melts into liquid), so one can only imagine the energy and power contained within lava rock!
Black Obsidian Stones are known as stones of strength and courage, allowing one the opportunity for increase mental stability throughout life.
Additional Metaphysical Benefits:
- Encourages Strength.
- Raises Energy Levels.
- Enhances Creativity.
- Brings Courage & Stability.
- Helps Release Anger
- Considered a Fertility Stone
- Aids In Cleansing Negativity
Hematite is colored black to steel or silver-gray, brown to reddish brown, or red. It is mined as the main ore of iron, making it an excellent stone to help keep yourself spiritually grounded & connected to the Earth plane.
Hematite is a stone that is most commonly used for stabilization and protection. Many also use Hematite to bring mental organization, which provides a calming energy. It can help facilitate more original thinking & logical thinking.
Additional Metaphysical Benefits:
- Helps to Calm Mind
- Cools the Body
- Decreases Negativity
- Boost Self-Esteem
- Balance Body/Mind/Spirit connection
Additionally, it should be noted that in science, the molecular structure of crystals are perfectly infinite. On a microscopic level, the molecules that compose a crystal are all identical, allowing it to repeat itself continuously forever. This is an important fact that separates stone crystals from the normal everyday rock in your backyard, which have incomplete molecular structures.
*Although it is said that crystal therapy and the use of crystals allows the body to balance its natural magnetism and heal itself, this information is not recommended as a means of diagnosing or treating any illnesses. All matters concerning physical and mental health should be supervised by a health practitioner knowledgeable in treating that particular condition.