About Shungite
A black, lustrous, non-crystalline mineraloid consisting of over 98% carbon (including fullerenes), found primarily in Russia. It's renowned for its purported EMF shielding and water purification properties, as well as energetic cleansing. (A mineraloid).
Primary Hues
Black, Deep Grey, sometimes with a metallic sheen (Noble/Elite Shungite)
Metaphysical Properties
Known for its purported EMF protection and purification properties. Believed to absorb negative energy, detoxify, and promote healing. Contains fullerenes.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Devil
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents deep grounding- protection from negativity- and absorbing harmful energies.
The World
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes wholeness- integration- and connection to ancient Earth energies- aligning with Shungite.
Associated Deities
Saturn
Pantheon: Roman
Domain: Boundaries- Discipline- Protection
Rationale: Saturn's protective and grounding influence connects to Shungite.
Hecate
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Magic- Crossroads- Protection
Rationale: Hecate's role as a powerful protector aligns with Shungite's shielding properties.
Metaphysical Uses
EMF Protection (Placement)
Purification of Space
Grounding Meditation
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Shungite.
Associated Minerals
- (Generally found in unique carbon-rich deposits
- sometimes associated with quartz or pyrite in matrix).