Opalite is a man-made synthetic glass, sometimes mistakenly known by other names such as Tiffany Stone, Opalised Fluorite, and Purple Opal.
Opalite Associations:
- Chakras: Third Eye Chakra
- Numerical Vibration: 6
- Typical Colours: Clear or milky, iridescent
Opalite is a subtle yet highly energetic stone for meditation, spiritual growth, and emotional transition. Its benefits include:
♥ Psychic abilities ♥ Spirituality ♥ Transition
Spiritual and Emotional Benefits:
Opalite enhances communication on all levels, especially spiritual communication. It removes energy blockages from the chakras and meridians. Emotionally, it assists during life transitions, encourages persistence, and strengthens the ability to verbalise hidden feelings. It can also support success in business.
Physical Benefits:
Opalite aids overall healing, stabilises mood swings, combats fatigue, and purifies the blood and kidneys. It also enhances sexual vitality and experience.
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Hematite, also spelled Haematite, is the mineral form of Iron Oxide. It is commonly used in healing jewellery and crystal therapy for grounding, protection, and energy balancing.
Hematite Associations:
- Chakras: Base Chakra
- Zodiac: Aries, Aquarius
- Planet: Mars
- Element: Fire / Earth
- Numerical Vibration: 9
- Typical Colours: Black to steel or silver-grey, brown to reddish-brown, or red
Hematite is a powerful grounding and protective stone, promoting:
♥ Focus ♥ Concentration ♥ Willpower ♥ Reliability ♥ Courage ♥ Confidence ♥ Optimism ♥ Trust ♥ Balance ♥ Stability ♥ Protection
It strengthens our connection with the Earth, helping us feel safe and secure, and supports the creation of healthy energetic and emotional boundaries. Known as a “stone for the mind,” Hematite enhances concentration, focus, memory, and original thought.
Hematite balances yin-yang energies, aligning the body’s meridians and stabilising the ethereal and physical nervous systems. It dissolves negativity, protects from absorbing others’ negative energies, and boosts self-esteem, willpower, and confidence. It also aids in overcoming compulsions and addictions, such as overeating or smoking.
Physical Benefits:
Hematite supports blood health, stimulates iron absorption, and promotes the formation of red blood cells. It helps with anaemia, kidney function, tissue regeneration, leg cramps, anxiety, insomnia, spinal alignment, and fracture healing.
Crystals Containing Hematite:
Hematite is also found in Tiger Iron, combining grounding and vitality with additional protective properties.