Hemalyke™ Meaning and Properties
Hemalyke™ History
This shiny, metallic grey manmade material is exactly what its name says it is: Hemalyke™, a "look alike" for natural hematite—without its cost. Created to replicate the look and feel of natural hematite, Hemalyke is a brand name for this man-made material. Hemalyke and other hematine materials are frequently manufactured as magnetic beads and components. It is easy to produce and easy to cut or mold into a variety of shapes.
What are the Metaphysical Properties of Hemalyke?
Although a manmade stone may not carry all the metaphysical values of its natural equivalent, magnetic Hemalyke has its own sought-after properties .
Hemalyke meaning will be tied to its magnetic properties. Adherents of magno-therapy believe that magnets placed close to the body can have physical effects: promoting blood flow, relieving pain, increasing joint flexibility and other beneficial soft tissue effects. Other proponents of magnetic therapies use them to rebalance bodily energies to promote holistic health.
What is Hemalyke Made From?
Hemalyke contains a range of ingredients, but is mainly composed of ferric oxide, strontium a barium.
- Mineral Information: Manmade barium-strontium-ferrite, magnetic
- Chemical Composition: Ba,SrFe12O19
- Color: metallic dark grey to black
- Hardness: 5-1/2 to 6-1/2 (Mohs)
- Specific Gravity: 4.95 – 5.28
How Do You Clean Hemalyke?
This manmade material is extremely durable. Store individually to prevent it from damaging gemstones and other jewelry pieces.
Hemalyke FAQ
Q: Is Hemalyke the same as hematite?
A: Hemalyke is a manmade substitute for natural hematite. The biggest difference in their properties is found in their magnetic qualities. Natural hematite can be anywhere from slightly magnetic to not magnetic at all, whereas Hemalyke is strongly magnetic. For more information comparing and contrasting hematite and Hemalyke, read “Hematite OR Hemalyke™: Knowing the Differences”
Q: Is Hemalyke magnetic?
A: Hemalyke is strongly magnetic, unlike its natural twin, hematite.
Q: Is Hemalyke natural or lab-made?
A: Hemalyke is the trade name for hematine, a manmade substitute for hematite.
Q: Can Hemalyke tarnish or fade?
A: Hemalyke will not fade or tarnish.
Designing with Hemalyke
This mirror-like metallic dark grey material is so popular, it's available in half-drilled beads for rings and earrings, a multitude of shapes in bead strands and a variety of beautiful pendants. Use Hemalyke in jewelry when you want a shiny almost gunmetal black or to add a sleek, modern look. With Hemalyke, you get hematite's beauty but with a uniformity and price that's far superior.
This range of options means Hemalyke's dark neutral hue can be used in traditional as well as sleek, modern creations. It blends well with both bright colors and subdued tones, giving Hemalyke meaning for designers focusing in both steampunk and cyberpunk designs.
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**Please note that all metaphysical or healing properties listed are collected from various sources. This information is offered as a service and not meant to treat medical conditions. Fire Mountain Gems and Beads® does not guarantee the validity of any of these statements.
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