Shungite has a deep, velvety black color and a soft matte shine that looks modern and understated. This bead bracelet comes in four bead sizes, from a subtle 6mm strand to a bold 12mm statement piece. It's a favorite protective stone in crystal tradition, and its clean black look pairs with anything, from work clothes to gym gear.
Product Highlights
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Material: Natural shungite, as listed by the supplier.
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Bead size options: 6mm, 8mm, 10mm or 12mm round beads.
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Style: Unisex round bead bracelet, part of our natural crystal bracelets collection.
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Color: Deep black with a soft, slightly metallic sheen.
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What's included: One bracelet in the bead size you choose.
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Natural variation: Surface sheen and tiny texture marks vary between beads.
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Chakras: Traditionally linked to the Root Chakra.
Chakra Connection
In crystal tradition, shungite is prized as a protective and purifying stone. Its black color connects it with the Root Chakra, associated with grounding, safety and a steady sense of self. Many people keep shungite near phones, computers and busy workspaces, and wear it on days that feel draining, as a symbol of shielding their energy. Shungite has also been linked to water purification for centuries in its home region of Russia, which adds to its reputation as a cleansing stone. Explore more stones like it in our Protection and Purification and Cleansing collections.
How to Use
- Wear it on long screen days or in crowded places as a protective reminder.
- Pair it with black tourmaline or obsidian for an all black protective stack.
- Choose 10mm or 12mm beads for a bold, masculine look, or 6mm for a subtle everyday strand.
- Give it to a gamer, a tech worker or anyone who spends long hours at a computer.
- Keep it on your desk beside your laptop when you are not wearing it.
Crystal Care
Shungite is a fairly soft stone and can leave a faint dark mark on light fabric when new, so wipe it with a dry cloth before wearing. Remove the bracelet before swimming, showering and exercise, and store it away from harder crystals that can scratch it. Our guide on how to cleanse and charge your crystals covers simple water free methods.
FAQs
Is it real shungite?
The supplier lists natural shungite. Real shungite is lightweight for its size, feels slightly warm and conducts electricity. Imitations are often heavier black stone or glass.
Which bead size should I choose?
6mm and 8mm beads are light and easy to stack. 10mm and 12mm beads give a bold, chunky look that's especially popular with men.
Why is it called magnetic graphite in some listings?
Shungite is rich in carbon, the same element as graphite, and some sellers describe it that way. It is not strongly magnetic like hematite.
Will mine look exactly like the photo?
Your bead size will match. The sheen and small surface marks vary naturally from strand to strand.
Is it a good gift for a man?
Yes. Its plain black look reads as modern and unisex, and it pairs easily with a watch or leather bracelet.
What Is Shungite?
Shungite is a black, carbon rich mineraloid found almost entirely in the Karelia region of Russia, near Lake Onega. It's around two billion years old and contains a rare form of carbon called fullerenes. Shungite has a matte to semi shiny black surface and feels lighter than most stones of the same size. It's often confused with black obsidian, onyx or hematite, but obsidian is glassy, onyx is a smooth banded chalcedony and hematite is heavy and metallic.
Further Reading
Choose your bead size and keep a steady, protective stone close every day.
Metaphysical properties are shared for spiritual and traditional interest only and are not medical advice. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition.
