The Iron Ore Gem: Hematite

Hematite, one of the main sources of iron, is a delicate crystal type. The most common color is red-brown. There are also black to grayish and yellow to brown colors. Although it is similar to demirel, it can easily break if it is dropped.

This stone has been used since ancient times. It is generally used as a talisman. Today, it is used in the belief that it is good for low back coldness.

The hematite, also known as the Bloodstone, has different colors because of the other rocks it contains. The hematite used as Pigment is the basic mineral used in steel production.