What Is Gravestone Doji?
The Gravestone Doji is a single candle with virtually no body (open equals close at the low) and a long upper shadow. It forms at resistance levels and signals that buyers pushed price higher but were completely overwhelmed by sellers.
Win Rate
57%
Avg Move
2.0%
Best TF
Daily
BearishSingle Candle1 CandleBeginnerModerate Reliability
Key Characteristics
- Open and close at or near the candle low
- Long upper shadow showing buying rejection
- No or minimal lower shadow
- Most effective at resistance levels in uptrends
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