Hematite Engraved Lion Disc Pendant – Black Cord | Gecko Jewellers

Hematite Engraved Lion Disc Pendant – Black Cord

Discover the hematite lion pendant at Gecko Jewellers & Mapatiza Mine in Midrand, Gauteng. This R84 design has a smooth round disc, finished with a deep gunmetal sheen. The photographed piece shows a subtle engraved lion design on the polished surface, with a knotted dark cord at the upper hole. Its distinctive surface appearance and attachment are shown in the actual product photographs so you can assess the pendant before ordering. The product is listed separately from the other hematite pendants in the collection, with its own design and image references.

The understated animal engraving catches the light differently from the mirror-polished background, offering a discreet wildlife motif. Worn with a plain shirt, linen top or neutral knitwear, the steel-grey colour is easy to pair with everyday jewellery. It is equally suitable for a small personal keepsake, a thoughtful gift or an affordable addition to a mineral jewellery collection. Because this is a carved mineral piece, the finish can show naturally occurring small marks and changes in surface reflection. These are visible in the accompanying close-up rather than edited away.

Features and necklace attachment

• Design: A smooth round disc
• Surface details: a subtle engraved lion design on the polished surface, with a knotted dark cord at the upper hole
• Attachment: black cord attached through the disc at the top
• Colour: deep steel-grey to dark gunmetal
• Stone: described as hematite (not independently gem-tested)
• Price: R84
• Initial stock: 2 pieces, subject to sales
• Store location: Midrand, Johannesburg area, South Africa

How to wear or gift this pendant

The photographed attachment is black cord attached through the disc at the top. Please check the main photograph to see exactly what is pictured. Length, weight, dimensions and metal composition have not been independently measured for this listing, so none are claimed. If you are matching a pendant to another necklace, confirm cord width or bail dimensions with the shop before purchase. Your selection is the displayed design, not a random assortment. For an unspecified surprise pendant, choose the separately listed Mystery Hematite Gift instead.

Gecko Jewellers in Crowthorne AH, Midrand, showcases gemstones, minerals, polished stones and jewellery. Shoppers searching for hematite lion pendant in South Africa can discover this individual style at an accessible R84 price. Stock is managed at two units on initial import, subject to real-time sales and any physical inventory adjustments. Before ordering, check availability and the photos, particularly the fitting and any narrow carving.

Hematite: mineral history and composition

Hematite is an iron oxide mineral with the chemical formula Fe₂O₃. Although a polished pendant may appear nearly black or metallic steel-grey, hematite typically produces a red or reddish-brown streak when powdered. Its name traces to an ancient Greek word relating to blood, a reference to that distinctive colour. Iron-oxide-rich earth pigments have appeared in art and decoration over many centuries. The mineral is also important as an iron ore. In jewellery and ornamental carving, its dark reflective lustre gives sculpted shapes a distinctive character. The stone identification used for this collection is supplied by the seller and has not been independently laboratory-certified for each item.

What does hematite represent?

In gemstone traditions, hematite has often been used as a symbol of strength, courage, stability and resilience. These are historical or personal associations, not scientific claims that the stone can influence physical or mental health. When choosing one of these designs, the motif and the occasion may be more meaningful than an assigned symbolic interpretation.

How hard is hematite?

Hematite is relatively brittle. A carved pendant may chip, crack or break if dropped, struck or compressed against a hard surface. Its Mohs hardness is approximately 5–6, a measure of scratch resistance rather than toughness or impact protection. Handle with care, particularly at carved points, the bail, cord opening and narrow sections. Remove before sport, swimming or bathing; keep away from harsh cleaning chemicals, perfume and moisture. Wipe with a soft, dry cloth, and store separately in a lined pouch or jewellery box. Do not bend or pull the fitting or necklace.

Is hematite a birthstone?

Hematite is not an official modern or traditional monthly birthstone in the standard gemstone birthstone lists. It can, however, be chosen for a birthday at any time of year based on the recipient’s personal taste.

Before you buy

Photographs show the specific design and its finish. Hematite jewellery is brittle, so avoid impacts, falls and bending the cord or chain. This product is sold as an ornamental pendant, not a health or therapeutic product.