Black tourmaline: description

Mineral class: cyclosilicates.

Chemical formula: NaFe3 (Al, Fe) 6 [(OH, F) 4 (BO3) 2 Si6O18]

Black tourmaline is a basic borosilicate complex of aluminum and belongs to a group of minerals that take on different colors (orange, pink, red, purple, blue, yellow, green, brown and black) depending on the chemical composition, but which present however a constant structure. It is common in pegmatitic or sedimentary rocks, with a very elongated prismatic shape with vertical streaks.

The black tourmaline is equipped with pyroelectricity (it is charged with electricity if it is heated and then it is cooled) and with piezoelectricity (it is charged with electricity if it is subjected to pressure) and it is impervious to acids.

Black tourmaline : element

Earth : the earth element concerns the sphere of stability and well - being (peace, balance, fertility, money).

Black tourmaline: chakra

First Muladhara chakra ("Root")

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Black tourmaline : mythology

The name derives from the Sinhalese turamali, which means "mixture of colors" and was used for those gems on whose identity the Ceylon stone merchants had doubts, precisely because of the enormous variety of tourmaline available in nature and their similarity with other types of minerals. Although it was certainly known to the ancients, since we know that it was present in many mines of the East that provided precious stones even to the Romans, there are no detailed descriptions in the texts of the past.

Black tourmaline: effect on the body

The black tourmaline promotes the recovery of vital energy and is excellent as a pain reliever. Relieves problems related to the bone system such as arthritis. Strengthens the immune system .

Protects against harmful radiation from electronic equipment.

Black tourmaline: effect on the psyche

Black tourmaline is considered one of the main stones for the purification of one's energies and for protection from environmental negativities. It is the stone of grounding with the Earth, which absorbs all the disharmonies within it. It removes victimhood and self-pity by turning the negative attitude into a positive one.

Black tourmaline has the ability to shield from negative thoughts and energies of the environment. It promotes an impartial attitude towards the facts of life, strengthens rationality and the ability to recognize one's mistakes, helps us to resolve situations with no way out and moods in which we feel trapped or exhausted. It clarifies the inner blocks and leads to introspection .

Black tourmaline reduces neurotic tendencies and relieves stress tensions .

Black tourmaline: method of use

Black tourmaline can be discharged after use under running water.

To obtain visible effects on the physical and spiritual level, it is advisable to carry the stone with you in your left hand in moments of particular tension to release the nervousness or to rest it on the sacrum, knees or feet. Its action is rapid and effective and does not need to be used for long periods.

It is useful for those who work at the computer or to keep close to the television to shield them from the harmful effects of electromagnetic fields.