Crystal

Shungite

Shungita

Amorphous, Mohs 3.5

supportiveFuture stock

Essence

Carbon-rich shungite for grounding and EMF-protection lore. It works through the Root chakra (Muladhara), the seat of physical safety, material groundedness, and the body's relationship with earth. Under Saturn (Shani)'s influence, eMF protection (disputed scientifically); grounding. Reach for it when navigating protection, grounding.

Anchors

Planetary rulerSaturn(Shani)
Primary chakraRoot(Muladhara)
Indications
protectiongrounding
ChemistryCarbon (C) + silicate · Amorphous · Mohs 3.5

Sourcing

Russian (Karelia) exclusive; black carbon-bearing rock with claimed EMF-shielding properties.

Classical lineage

Classical Vedic literature does not specifically reference this stone. Modern usage is grounded in mineralogical observation and energetic-tradition practice.

Ritual of care

CleansingDry cloth only

This stone is water-sensitive — wiping preserves its structural integrity and surface quality

ChargingEarth
Wear daySaturday

Saturday is Shani's day — Saturn's discipline and endurance are most focused

Metal pairingIron or Panchdhatu

Pairs with