Hematite Platonic Solids Set – 5 Pieces

Product Description

This five-piece Hematite Platonic Solids Set combines dark metallic-grey stone with five classic geometric forms. Polished faces catch the light, highlighting the angular shapes and subtle surface markings of each piece.

The set includes a tetrahedron, cube, octahedron, dodecahedron and icosahedron. Display the five forms together, explore their geometry or incorporate them into meditation and crystal grids.

Composition & Formation

Hematite, also spelt haematite, is an iron oxide mineral with the chemical formula Fe₂O₃. It occurs in several geological environments and can range from earthy red material to steel-grey specimens with a metallic lustre.

The shapes in this set are carved and polished. They represent the five Platonic solids rather than hematite’s natural crystal habit.

Metaphysical Properties — Traditional Associations

In crystal traditions, Hematite is associated with grounding, steadiness and focused intention. It is often used during meditation as a symbolic reminder to remain present and approach everyday tasks with a practical mindset.

The Platonic solids are used in sacred geometry practices to represent the elements. These associations are spiritual interpretations rather than scientifically established effects.

Chakra Association

• Root chakra — traditionally associated with grounding and stability.

Zodiac Connection

• Aries

• Aquarius

Zodiac associations vary between crystal traditions.

Element

• Hematite: traditionally associated with Earth.

• Platonic solids: tetrahedron — Fire; cube — Earth; octahedron — Air; icosahedron — Water; dodecahedron — Ether or Spirit.

Crystal Pairing

Within crystal practice, pair with Smoky Quartz for a grounding theme or Clear Quartz for an intention centred on clarity and focus.

Location

The source locality of this set has not been confirmed.

What You Will Receive

One five-piece Hematite set containing:

• One tetrahedron — four triangular faces.

• One cube — six square faces.

• One octahedron — eight triangular faces.

• One dodecahedron — twelve pentagonal faces.

• One icosahedron — twenty triangular faces.

Care

Dust with a soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe gently with a slightly damp cloth and dry promptly. Avoid soaking, salt water, abrasive cleaners and knocks to the carved edges and points.

Store the pieces separately or with soft padding to protect their surfaces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Hematite Platonic Solids Set?
It is a collection of five geometric forms carved from material sold as hematite: a tetrahedron, cube, octahedron, dodecahedron and icosahedron.

What are Platonic solids?
Platonic solids are the five regular convex polyhedra. Each has identical regular polygon faces, with the same number of faces meeting at every vertex.

Are these naturally formed crystal shapes?
No. These geometric forms are carved and polished rather than naturally grown hematite crystals.

What can I use the set for?
Use it for decorative display, exploring geometry, meditation or arranging crystal grids.

Will every set look identical?
The five shapes remain the same, but surface markings, polish and colour tone may vary between sets.

Please Note

Surface texture, markings and finish may vary between pieces. We will intuitively choose a piece from our collection just for you. For this product, your selection comprises one complete five-piece set.

Shipping Information

We offer reliable and carefully managed delivery services to ensure your order arrives safely and securely.

Royal Mail Tracked 48 — £3.80
Available for smaller parcels weighing up to 2kg, with an estimated delivery time of 2–3 working days after dispatch.

DHL / DPD Courier Delivery — £6.87
Available for UK mainland deliveries weighing up to 20kg, providing a reliable service for larger or heavier orders.

All orders are carefully packaged to protect your specimens during transit.

Shipping options and applicable charges are confirmed at checkout.

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