Shungite

🖤 Shungite – Information & Benefits

🌈 Appearance & Varieties

  • A rare, carbon-rich stone usually deep black with a matte to glossy finish.
  • Found mainly in Karelia, Russia.
  • Can contain silvery inclusions of Elite/Noble Shungite (higher carbon content, shinier, and rarer).
  • Commonly shaped into spheres, pyramids, polished stones, carvings, and jewellery.

🔮 Metaphysical Properties

  • Purification & Protection: Absorbs and neutralizes negative energies.
  • EMF Shielding: Believed to protect against electromagnetic radiation from electronics (Wi-Fi, phones, etc.).
  • Healing & Detox: Known as a powerful detoxifier, both physically and energetically.
  • Grounding: Connects to Earth energy, bringing balance and stability.

🌍 Practical Uses

  • Place near electronic devices to reduce EMF exposure.
  • Use during meditation for grounding and purification.
  • Carry as a pocket stone for daily energetic protection.
  • Place in water (only Elite Shungite) to create a cleansing elixir — traditionally used for water purification.

🧹 Care & Cleansing 

Mohs hardness ~3.5–4 (softer than quartz, handle with care).

  • Can be cleansed with smoke, sound, or moonlight.
  • If using in water, rinse regularly to prevent residue build-up.
  • Recharge on a selenite plate or in the sun (briefly).

♑ Zodiac Sign Connection

  • Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19): Aligns with their  
  • grounded, practical energy, supporting strength and endurance.
  • Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21): Enhances transformation and deep healing.
  • ✨ Considered a universal stone of protection, useful for anyone seeking energetic balance.