Shungite

Shungite is a black, carbon-based stone named after the village in which it was discovered.  It has a unique structural makeup of 3-D spherical molecules known as fullerenes whose unique structure possesses amazing life-boosting qualities.  Fullerenes are actively researched currently in laboratories throughout the world with the intent to harness their healing power.  To date, Shungite is the only natural mineral that contains them.  Along with fullerenes, Shungite is made up of nearly all the minerals on the periodic table.  There are 3 grades of Shungite, Regular, Petrovsky, and Elite, and they are graded based on hardness and carbon content.  The origin of this stone is a mystery. Usually, carbon-based minerals come from decayed organic substances like forests, but Shungite is thought to be at least 2 billion years old which predates life on earth.

Shungite has been used for it’s extraordinary healing powers for centuries.  It was well known in Russia as a folk remedy to heal wounds, purify water, restore tissue, and aid growth.  Peter the Great knew of its properties and made it mandatory for every soldier to carry one with them for wound healing and water purification during The Great Northern War, and in 1713 he set up Russia's first spa in Karelia to make use of the many properties of Shungite.  Shungite is said to be the "miracle stone" or "the stone of life".  It activates the healing process within the body, boosts the immune system, and absorbs and transforms everything harmful to life while strengthening and restoring everything beneficial to life.  It has been used to protect one against EMF and MMW (5G) protection, kill bacteria and viruses, reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, heal skin diseases, wounds and burns, cure allergies, asthma, gastric issues, arthritis, kidney problems, liver problems, gallbladder problems, pancreatic dysfunction, chronic fatigue, auto immune disease, periodontitis, etc..  They are widely used in building, metallurgy industry, medical industry and cosmetics, and even gardening and agriculture.  Shungite can help clean water of almost all organic compounds, metals, bacteria and harmful microorganisms.  A 2018 study states that shungite can filter water by removing contaminants and organic substances like pesticides. A 2017 study also found that carbon from shungite can remove radioactive compounds from water.  Water infused with Shungite has energizing and rejuvenating effects.  It increases confidence, protects against negativity, advances personal development, and brings with it a sense of comfort.  It is a great tool for balancing one’s mind and emotions. Shungite is widely used for meditations, rituals, grounding, yoga.

The most prominent physical property of shungite stones is electric conductivity. To check the authenticity of your stone, you can take a battery, bulb and two wires and create an electrical chain with a shungite stone between items. Authentic shungite will conduct electricity and light up the bulb.