Hematite
Stone of the Mind
Root Chakra
Composition: Fe2O3
 
Associated with easing blood pressure and stress. Increases iron absorption into the body. Enhances mental clarity, memory and original thinking. Believed to alliviate arthritis and reduce swelling in the joints. 
 
Cool facts: Hematite is incredibly rich in iron - hence its weightier feel. It is often used as a pigment to create the deep red shade Ochre, as some Hematite forms with a reddish hue.