Black Tourmaline, rough

Black Tourmaline, or Schorl, is a form of tourmaline that ranges from black to very dark green. Specimens considered "lower quality" are often more brittle and contain neat inclusions such as quartz, hematite, mica, and iron. High quality specimens are shinier but do not have inclusions of other minerals. Black tourmaline does not need cleansing or charging. Origin: Brazil, Sri Lanka, Africa (specifically Tanzania, Kenya, and Nigeria), China, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.  Variety: Aluminum Brosilicate Mohs Hardness: 6 - 7 Chakra: Base and Root Element: Earth Physical Healing Properties: Black tourmaline has been used to calm panic attacks, dispel worry, fear, judgement, anger, and many other negative emotions. It heightens the senses, ward off distractions and negativity, and also act as an aphrodisiac!  Magic + Metaphysics: For thousands of years, many cultures have used black tourmaline to dispel negativity and to protect against evil. It is also used for purification and groundi