In Ancient Rome, Hematite was a popular stone for decorative purposes. Jewelry, weapons, and even armor decorated with Hematite were traded widely.
The dark color was thought to be especially intimidating or protective.
Hematite is a good stone for organizing one’s thoughts and developing logical thinking skills.
The rubbing of the worry stone can create a sense of relaxation making the mind more relaxed and generating a sense of calmness. There are also people that may use them during meditation practices, this is known to center a person`s concentration benefiting the meditation.