Stone Guide6 min readJanuary 2, 2026Written by Onyxx Media Group

What Is Black Tourmaline? The Ultimate Guide to Protection & Grounding

Black tourmaline is one of the most powerful protective stones in the crystal world. Learn everything about this grounding crystal and how to incorporate it into your daily practice.

What Is Black Tourmaline? The Ultimate Guide to Protection & Grounding

What Is Black Tourmaline?

Black tourmaline, also known as schorl, is a powerful protective crystal that has been used for centuries to shield against negative energies. This deep black stone is composed of boron silicate and is one of the most common members of the tourmaline family.

The History of Black Tourmaline

Ancient cultures revered black tourmaline for its protective properties. Shamans and healers across various traditions used this stone as a shield against dark forces and negative intentions. The name "tourmaline" comes from the Sinhalese word "turmali," meaning "mixed gems."

Black Tourmaline Properties

Physical Properties

  • **Color:** Deep black, sometimes with subtle brown or blue tones
  • **Hardness:** 7-7.5 on the Mohs scale
  • **Crystal System:** Trigonal
  • **Origin:** Brazil, Africa, Pakistan, United States
  • Metaphysical Properties

    Black tourmaline is traditionally associated with:

  • **Protection:** Creating an energetic shield around the wearer
  • **Grounding:** Connecting you to Earth's stabilizing energy
  • **Purification:** Transmuting negative energy into positive
  • **Boundaries:** Helping establish healthy energetic limits
  • How to Use Black Tourmaline

    Daily Wear

    Wearing black tourmaline as jewelry, particularly as a bracelet, allows the stone to stay in contact with your skin throughout the day. This constant connection is believed to provide ongoing protection.

    Placement

  • **At your desk:** To shield from electromagnetic frequencies
  • **Near entrances:** To protect your home
  • **In your car:** For travel protection
  • Meditation

    Hold black tourmaline during meditation to enhance grounding and create a protected space for your practice.

    Caring for Black Tourmaline

    To maintain your black tourmaline's energy:

  • Cleanse regularly with running water
  • Recharge under moonlight
  • Store away from direct sunlight
  • Handle with care to prevent scratching
  • Black Tourmaline in the Luxa Aurelis Collection

    Our AURELIS SHIELD collection features premium black tourmaline bracelets crafted with 8mm natural stone beads. Each piece is designed for daily wear and stacking with other protective stones.

    Crystal traditions are cultural and personal. Our pieces are designed for intention-setting, style, and ritual—no guaranteed outcomes.

    Featured Stones

    Ready to Start Your Practice?

    Explore our collection of handcrafted crystal bracelets, each designed for intention and daily wear.