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Aegirine

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Aegirine

Also known as: Acmite

Glossy black-green prism crystals named after the Norse sea god – a protective stone in crystal lore.

  • ColourBlack, Dark green
  • Mineral groupPyroxene
  • ChemistryNaFe³⁺Si₂O₆
  • Hardness (Mohs)6
  • Crystal systemMonoclinic
  • Where it's foundMalawi (Mount Malosa), Norway, Canada, USA
  • ChakraRoot
  • ZodiacPisces

What is Aegirine?

Aegirine is a sodium iron pyroxene that forms long, glossy black to dark green prisms, often with white feldspar or smoky quartz. It was first described in Norway and named after Ægir, the Norse god of the sea. Some of the finest crystals come from Mount Malosa in Malawi.

Aegirine astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsPisces
  • Ruling planet—
  • ElementWater
  • Birthstone month—

Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.

Aegirine meaning & traditional properties

Aegirine is associated with protection, strength and grounding in crystal traditions.

  • Protection
  • Strength
  • Grounding

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Aegirine

  • Display an aegirine cluster by your door or desk.

How to care for Aegirine

Fairly hard but brittle. Clean with a soft dry brush.

Looking for Aegirine?

Aegirine isn't in our shop right now – new stock arrives regularly. In the meantime, explore similar crystals we have available or browse our full crystal collection.

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  • Smoky Quartz
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    Smoky Quartz

    Brown to smoky-grey quartz darkened by natural radiation – Scotland's national gem and a grounding stone.

  • Shungite
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    Shungite

    Ancient carbon-rich black rock from Karelia, Russia – popular in crystal lore for protection and purification.

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    Natural volcanic glass with razor-sharp edges – a classic protective, grounding stone.

Rituals & pairings

Pair Aegirine with a protection & cleansing ritual

A traditional cleansing ritual for resetting your space and feeling protected.

Traditionally paired with: White sage or palo santo smudge sticks · Dragon's blood, frankincense or myrrh incense · A white or black candle

  • Open a window, then light a white sage or palo santo stick and let it smoulder.
  • Gently waft the smoke around your crystal and through the room, corners first.
  • Light a white candle and place your crystal beside it while you set a simple intention, such as "This space is calm and protected".
  • Finish with frankincense or dragon's blood incense and let it burn down safely.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Aegirine FAQs

Who is aegirine named after?

Ægir, the Norse god of the sea.

Related crystals

  • Black Tourmaline
    In our shop

    Black Tourmaline

    Striated black crystals of schorl – the most popular protection and grounding stone in crystal lore.

  • Smoky Quartz
    In our shop

    Smoky Quartz

    Brown to smoky-grey quartz darkened by natural radiation – Scotland's national gem and a grounding stone.

  • Shungite
    In our shop

    Shungite

    Ancient carbon-rich black rock from Karelia, Russia – popular in crystal lore for protection and purification.

  • Black Obsidian
    In our shop

    Black Obsidian

    Natural volcanic glass with razor-sharp edges – a classic protective, grounding stone.

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