Crystal: Shungite

Form: Tumblestone

Best known for: EMF Protection | Purification | Grounding

Chakra: Root

Metaphysical Properties + Use:

Shungite is a powerful detoxifying stone known for its ability to absorb and neutralise electromagnetic radiation (EMFs). It is said to be deeply grounding, purifying both the physical and energetic bodies, and is used to restore balance and protection. It is also linked with transformation and clearing out old emotional or mental patterns.

Chemical composition: Mostly carbon (up to 98%) | Mohs Hardness: 3.5–4

Geological Formation:

Shungite is a Precambrian carbon-rich mineraloid formed over 2 billion years ago. Found primarily in Russia, its fullerenes (carbon molecules) give it unique physical and energetic properties. Shungite is believed to have originated from ancient organic material, such as microscopic marine plankton or algae, that accumulated in shallow sea basins. Over time, this organic matter was buried under layers of sediment, where it underwent intense heat, pressure, and metamorphic processes. These conditions transformed the organic matter into carbon-rich sedimentary rock - eventually resulting in Shungite, a carbonaceous metamorphic rock.

Feng Shui:

In Feng Shui, Shungite is commonly placed near electronics (like Wi-Fi routers or computers) in the Career or Health areas to reduce EMF exposure and ground scattered energy. It is also placed at entrances or under beds for strong protective shielding.