Shungite 101

Find out all the things you should know about shungite before you start working with it. Look through the posts to get the basic information about this healing stone, its origin, properties and main features.

Clearing up the Mystery of Shungite

Karelian_Heritage 10/01/2017 4

You have probably heard a lot about the numerous positive properties shungite stones have ranging from water purification to spiritual healing. But where do all these unique properties stem from? Trying to clear up the mystery let’s have a look at the chemical composition of shungite and the physical characteristics of this exclusive mineral. According to scientists, all shungite properties can be explained by its uncommon structure. It is all about fullerenes First and foremost, shungite is widely known for a high amount of carbon in its composition. Regular shungite (...

Easy Steps to Check the Authenticity of Shungite

Karelian_Heritage 28/12/2016 19

One of the most frequently asked questions is about the authenticity of our shungite products. It is a really important issue because only genuine shungite stones possess all these unique properties shungite known for. Trying to increase their profits many modern entrepreneurs create different fraudulent schemes and sell some other black materials under the guise of authentic shungite. Quite often it is just shungite schist or shungizite. Obviously, the price of “fake” shungite is much lower for entrepreneurs but it doesn’t mean that it will be cheaper for customers. Besides...

Easy Ways to Distinguish Different Types of Shungite

Karelian_Heritage 29/03/2018 0

There are two main types of shungite on the market: elite (or noble) shungite and regular shungite. The main difference between them is the amount of organic carbon stones contain. Rare elite shungite nuggets include over 90% of purest carbon and have more powerful healing energy. High percentage of carbon makes elite crystals rarest, but extremely fragile type of shungite. It is hard to be shaped or polished. Therefore, noble shungite specimens are usually sold in their unique natural shape. Most shaped shungite items like pyramids, spheres or beads are made of re...

Shungite Certificates of Authenticity

Karelian_Heritage 23/04/2018 5

Shungite stone is known for powerful healing and protective properties. But it is obvious that only authentic shungite has the positive energy that brings changes into your life. In order to avoid possible frauds and scams you should buy shungite items only from reliable supplier. One of the ways to ensure it is to check the certificates of authenticity for shungite items. All shungite products you can find in our store are made of authentic shungite that we get directly from Zazhoginsky deposit in Karelia, Russia. Rely on us to experience unique properties of shungite! ...

To the Heart of Shungite Lands

Karelian_Heritage 14/12/2016 0

As you may know, the word “shungite” stems from the name of the Karelian village, Shunga, where the first and main shungite deposit is situated. Although this settlement became world-famous mainly thanks to shungite and its magic properties, it has long and rich history and many distinguishing features. First and foremost, Shunga is one of the largest and oldest villages in the Zaonezhie (the Lake Onega area in the Republic of Karelia, Russia). First mentions about Shunga’s peasants were made in 1375. It is interesting that more than a hundred years ago it was consider...

Shungite vs Shieldite: What is the Difference?

Karelian_Heritage 23/01/2019 2

You might have noticed that there is a new product in the field of EMF protection called “shieldite”. Some of you have definitely noticed, since we have received a number of messages asking to explain what the difference between this shieldite and our favorite shungite actually is. Surely with all this confusion we also wanted to set the record straight and explain to you this difference. So we dug deep in order to understand this new product and see where shungite comes into play. First thing that drew out attention was the fact that none of the resources which adverti...

Karelian Heritage Editorial: How Long Should I Wait For Shungite To Work

Karelian_Heritage 15/07/2020 2

Hello there, Pavel Kuznetsov here again! The stressful times we live in today seem to stretch longer and longer every day, and the new conditions of life that the year 2020 has presented us with seem to become normal. We see all of the challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic gave us as a routine, and I believe that it is a great thing. We saw time and time again throughout human history how well humans can overcome all the hardships and adapt to a new situation, and it is very refreshing to see that as a contemporary. So yeah, I guess we still got it, we just need to make sure that we ...