Iron Eye: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

Iron Eye is a stone from the Quartzite family. It owes its name to its vivid colors and bands resembling a metallic eye. In lithotherapy, this anchoring stone is highly prized for its soothing and healing properties.

History of Iron Eye

The etymology of the word "Iron Eye" comes from its iron-like appearance, with vivid to metallic reflections.

Iron Eye has long been known, but unfortunately has very little history or information. Ancient civilizations used it for a variety of reasons and meanings, such as the Romans, who used it as a talisman to protect themselves from misfortune, disease and evil spirits.

The Vikings used and wore the stone as an amulet to protect themselves from storms during their sea voyages and from enemy attacks.

Today, the Iron Eye stone is widely used in jewelry and for its colors.

Origin and composition of Iron Eye

Iron Eye belongs to the Quartzite family and is composed of silicon dioxide and iron sesquioxide with the chemical formula SiO2Fe2O3. The density of Iron Eye is around 2.6 to 2.8.

Iron Eye forms in cavities or fissures in magmatic, metamorphic or sedimentary rocks. The silica solutions that flow into it crystallize, and inclusions of minerals (limonite, hematite) mix to form its colors and sparkles.

Origin of Iron Eye

Iron Eye is easily accessible and found throughout the world, but its main deposits can be found in the following countries: South Africa, Australia, India, Burma, Ukraine, Norway, Brazil, Canada and Namibia.

The hardness of Iron Eye is 7 on the Mohs scale.

Virtues and Significance of Iron Eye in lithotherapy

Iron Eye is an energizing, anchoring and motivating stone.

Iron Eye in lithotherapy

On a physical level, Iron Eye is a popular lithotherapy stone, said to be soothing because it relieves muscular pain and reduces stress and fatigue. Iron Eye also improves digestion and the body's cells, strengthening skin, nails, hair and blood circulation. Finally, it protects and strengthens the immune system against disease and infection.

In lithotherapy, Iron Eye is known for its mental benefits, including improved concentration and memory, as well as better self-development, including confidence, self-esteem and inner stability. In addition, Iron Eye promotes mental clarity, protects the wearer from negative energies and helps reduce stress and anxiety.

Please note that lithotherapy is not a substitute for medical treatment or expertise.

Significance of Iron Eye

Iron Eye symbolizes strength, energy, vitality and protection.

The Iron Eye stone is primarily linked to the root chakra to bring vitality, a better grounding and, above all, a sense of security. Iron Eye is also linked to the solar plexus chakra, which amplifies self-development such as confidence and self-esteem.

Iron Eye is often associated with the astrological signs Aries, Scorpio and Taurus.

Iron Eye care, purification and recharging

To care for your Iron Eye stones, we suggest a few methods:

Cleaning and purification

It's important to thoroughly clean and purify Iron Eye:

• Clean the stone with clear water for a few minutes and dry with a cloth,

• Purify the stone by placing it in a bowl of salt for several hours to an entire night and rinsing with clear water,

• Purify with incense by placing the stone in the smoke of purifying herbs.

Recharging

To fully benefit from the powers of Iron Eye, don't forget to recharge it:

• Sunlight or moonlight for a few hours,

• By burying it in the ground for several to one full night and rinsing with clear water,

• By placing a cluster of quartz next to the stone.