CASSITERITE

Tinstone

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About Cassiterite

Tin dioxide, the primary ore of tin, typically brown to black with an adamantine luster. It's a grounding stone that promotes practicality, discipline, and intellectual thought, aiding in problem-solving and perseverance.

Primary Hues

Brown, Black, Yellowish, Reddish, Grey, White, Colorless, often with adamantine luster

Metaphysical Properties

A grounding stone. Believed to promote practicality, discipline, and intellectual thought. Can aid in problem-solving.

Chakra Connection

  • Root
  • Earth Star
  • Solar Plexus

Astrological - Zodiac

  • Capricorn
  • Virgo

Planetary Influence

  • Saturn
  • Earth

Elemental Energy

  • Earth

Associated Tarot Cards

The Emperor Tarot Card

The Emperor

Type: Major Arcana

Rationale: Symbolizes structure- manifestation- and earthly power- aligning with Cassiterite's grounding and problem-solving abilities.

Eight of Pentacles Tarot Card

Eight of Pentacles

Type: Minor Arcana

Suit: Pentacles

Rationale: Represents diligence- skill- and manifesting ideas into form- resonating with Cassiterite's aid in practical application.

Associated Deities

Hephaestus/Vulcan Image

Hephaestus/Vulcan

Pantheon: Greek/Roman

Domain: Craftsmanship- Forge- Metalworking

Rationale: Their role in creation and practical skill aligns with Cassiterite's manifestation properties.

Ganesha Image

Ganesha

Pantheon: Hindu

Domain: Remover of Obstacles- Beginnings- Intellect

Rationale: Ganesha's ability to remove obstacles connects to Cassiterite's aid in problem-solving.

Metaphysical Uses

Manifestation & Grounding Grids

Problem-Solving Focus

Prosperity Altar

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Geological & Scientific Details

We do not currently have scientific information available for Cassiterite.

Associated Minerals