Hematite Sphere 30mm — Metallic Root Chakra Grounding Stone

A hematite sphere, 30mm across and 75 grams, polished to a dark, mirror-like metallic sheen. Hematite is one of the most reliable grounding stones in the mineral world, tied firmly to the root chakra, and its dense, weighty feel in the hand is a real part of why it's used this way rather than just a metaphor.

The name itself carries the stone's whole character. Hematite comes from the Greek haima, meaning blood, a reference to the deep red powder the mineral leaves behind when crushed or scratched, even though the polished stone itself reads as black or steel grey. That red streak is actually the standard way mineralogists identify genuine hematite.

A closer look at this piece

Hematite is an iron oxide, chemically Fe2O3, and it's one of the most important iron ores on the planet, mined on every continent. That iron content is exactly why a hematite sphere feels notably heavier in the hand than most other stones of the same size, a weight that lends itself naturally to the stone's grounding reputation. True hematite is not magnetic, which is a useful way to tell it apart from hematine, a magnetic imitation material sold under the same name.

• Stone: Natural hematite, not dyed, not treated
• Form & size: Polished sphere, 30mm (1.1 in)
• Weight: 75g (2.6 oz)
• Chakras: Root

Living with your sphere

A small stand or dish keeps it secure on a desk, altar, or entryway table, a traditional placement said to keep negative energy from entering a home. Hematite is reasonably durable, Mohs 5.5 to 6.5, but genuine pieces can be brittle at the edges, so keep it away from hard drops. A dry soft cloth is all the care it needs.

Please note: crystals are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Keep small pieces away from young children.