Hematoid quartz is ferruginous, colored red, yellow, or brownish orange by iron oxides like hematite and limonite. It may be natural or heated to enhance the color by reducing its water content like carnelian. The name is derived from the Greek haimatoeides (“resembling blood”). While any variety of quartz can be ferruginous, this massive Madagascan material is iron bearing rose quartz or girasol quartz.
Red hematoid quartz has been given many nicknames throughout history including "Fire Quartz" and "Harlequin Quartz". Ancient Egyptians used it for protective purpose.
It is believed to calm and quiet your mind, giving you a chance to sort things out and process them by removing negative energies. Said to heal the heart of those who have been hurt, allowing you to love freely without fear of being hurt again.
