8mm 33-Bead Turquoise Tughra Charm Tasbih

Natural 6mm-bead black Hematine cylinder stone tasbih/prayer beads without dividers. Alif made from round Hematine stone beads. Comes in a gift box. Made in Indonesia. *Limited edition! Small quantity available! Hematine in Islam Hadid-i Sini (Hadid chini, Hadid THeen) coming from the Arabic (حديد صيني ) Hadeed “Iron” and Seeni “Chinese”. Hadid theen is believed to refer to the gemstone Hematine. It is thought that Ali wore this gem for strength​​. Islamic lore cautions against wearing Hematine constantly; instead it should be worn for protection when confronting a tyrant or an oppressor. Hematine as a Stone Hematine, an iron oxide, derives its name from the Greek word for blood, since it is red when sliced thinly or powdered. Hematine is one of very few gemstones with a metallic luster. Hematine is always opaque and is typically a blackish gray. When highly polished it can sometimes look like silver. Hematine is a remarkably dense material, with a specific gravity much higher than corundum or zircon. Hematine in Metaphysical and Crystal Healing Hematine is thought to stimulate the absorption of iron and in turn, improve the supply and circulation of oxygen in the body. Hematine is also used for the relief of fever and pain from cramps. It is considered to be a grounding stone that has a cooling and calming effect. Mentally, it is thought to help calm the mind and clear the way for enhanced focus and concentration. Hematine is also an important stone for Chinese 'Feng Shui'. In Feng Shui practice, Hematine is used for it's protective force and for its ability to energize its wearer. Overall, Hematine is an excellent gemstone for mental, physical and spiritual healing.