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Created page with "== Introduction == Lodestone is a naturally magnetized piece of the mineral magnetite. They are found in igneous and metamorphic rocks, and have the property of attracting iron. The term 'lodestone', or 'leading stone', originates from the Middle English term 'lode' meaning way or journey, indicating its use in navigation. == History == Lodestones were used in early forms of magnetic compasses. The first documented use o..."