About Jet
A type of lignite (a precursor to coal), an organic gemstone derived from decaying wood under pressure. It's black, lightweight, and has a velvety luster. A grounding stone of protection and purification, it absorbs negativity and eases grief. (An organic gem).
Primary Hues
Black, Dark Brown, Velvety luster
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of protection and purification. Believed to absorb negative energy and alleviate grief. Grounding.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Devil
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents grounding and protection from dense or negative energies- aligning with Jet.
Associated Deities
Hecate
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Magic- Crossroads- Protection- Underworld
Rationale: Hecate as a protective deity of hidden realms aligns with Jet.
Cybele
Pantheon: Phrygian
Domain: Earth Mother- Mountains- Wild Animals- Protection
Rationale: Cybele's connection to ancient Earth and protection resonates with Jet.
Metaphysical Uses
Negativity Absorption Altar
Psychic Protection Rituals
Grounding & Grief Alleviation Meditation
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Jet.
Associated Minerals
- Lignite
- Coal
- Amber (another organic gem, different origin)
- Obsidian (similar look but different origin)