Tourmaline is often mistaken for other types of gemstones, but it is distinguished by certain intriguing electrical properties. Tourmaline can display a wide range or colors, which it acquired, according to ancient legend, by traveling the length of the rainbow. But the black variety has been believed through the ages to have special properties all its own.
Identification
Heating or compressing a tourmaline crystal---by rubbing it between your hands, for example---generates a different electrical charge at each end, causing the ends to attract dust. The ends of the crystal have different shapes, helping to make the stone recognizable. Rubbing black tourmaline brings luck and happiness.
Considerations
Black tourmaline helps you access your root chakra, or energy center. Artists and writers historically have worn this stone to inspire creativity.
Protection
The black stone wards off negativity and protects a person form radiation, electromagnetic smog, and black magic spells.
Benefits
Black tourmaline enhances a person's awareness. The stone also helps heal gout, arthritis and the immune system.
Emotional Benefits
The stone lessens the effects of fear and obsessions in those who work with it on a regular basis.
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