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Hypersthene

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Hypersthene

Also known as: Enstatite–ferrosilite

Dark grey-brown stone with a coppery shimmer – a grounding stone in crystal lore.

  • ColourBlack, Grey, Brown, Bronze
  • Mineral groupPyroxene
  • Chemistry(Mg,Fe)SiO₃
  • Hardness (Mohs)5–6
  • Crystal systemOrthorhombic
  • Where it's foundCanada (Labrador), Norway, India, Greenland
  • ChakraRoot, Third Eye
  • ZodiacAries, Scorpio

What is Hypersthene?

Hypersthene is a traditional name for an iron-magnesium pyroxene in the enstatite–ferrosilite series; mineralogists no longer use it as a species name, but it remains common in the crystal trade. Polished pieces are dark grey-black with a coppery, metallic schiller caused by tiny aligned inclusions. Its name comes from the Greek for "very strong".

Hypersthene astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsAries, Scorpio
  • Ruling planet—
  • ElementEarth
  • Birthstone month—

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

Hypersthene meaning & traditional properties

Hypersthene is associated with grounding, protection and calm in crystal traditions.

  • Grounding
  • Protection
  • Calm

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

How to use Hypersthene

  • Keep a hypersthene tumble or palm stone for grounding.

How to care for Hypersthene

Avoid knocks. Clean with a soft cloth.

Looking for Hypersthene?

Hypersthene 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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Rituals & pairings

Pair Hypersthene 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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Hypersthene FAQs

Is hypersthene a real mineral name?

It's an older trade name for part of the enstatite–ferrosilite pyroxene series.

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