About Mascagnite
Ammonium sulfate, a water-soluble mineral typically forming white to yellowish incrustations near volcanic fumaroles or in guano deposits. Energetically, it may aid purification and mental clarity.
Primary Hues
Colorless, White, Yellowish, Greyish, often forms incrustations near volcanoes
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of clarity and purification. Believed to help clear mental fog and promote a sense of freshness.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Star
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes clarity- purification- and a fresh start- aligning with this ammonium sulfate.
Judgement
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes renewal and clearing away the old- resonating with Mascagnite.
Associated Deities
Kuan Yin
Pantheon: Buddhist
Domain: Compassion- Purity- Healing
Rationale: Her gentle- purifying energy aligns with this mineral.
Urania
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Astronomy- Universal Love
Rationale: Urania's connection to clarity and higher ideals connects here.
Metaphysical Uses
Purification Rituals
Mental Clarity Meditation
New Beginnings Altar
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Geological & Scientific Details
Mascagnite is classified as a sulfate mineral mineral which typically crystallizes in the orthorhombic system. Its chemical formula is (NH4)2SO4.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Sulfate mineral
- Chemical Formula: (NH4)2SO4
- IMA Symbol: Msc[1]
- Crystal System: Orthorhombic
- Predominant Geological Color: Colorless, grey, yellowish-grey, yellow
- Cleavage: Distinct/ goodOn {001}
- Luster: Vitreous, dull
- Diaphaneity: Transparent, translucent, opaque
Associated Minerals
- Sulphur
- Sal Ammoniac
- Alunogen
- Gypsum (associated with volcanic fumaroles and burning coal seams)