About Meionite
The calcium-rich endmember of the Scapolite group. It shares Scapolite's properties of problem-solving and higher awareness, with an emphasis on connecting with spiritual guidance and inner strength.
Primary Hues
Colorless, White, Grey, Yellowish, Pinkish, Violet, Bluish, Green
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of problem-solving and higher awareness. Believed to help find solutions and to connect with spiritual guidance.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Emperor
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents structure- stability- and leadership- aligning with this Scapolite end-member.
The Sun
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes vitality- success- and confidence- resonating with its energy.
Associated Deities
Apollo
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Sun- Light- Prophecy- Healing
Rationale: Apollo's connection to leadership and success aligns with Meionite.
Helios
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Sun- Sight
Rationale: Helios as the sun god embodies the bright- confident energy of this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Leadership Focus
Vitality Visualization
Success Attraction Altar
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Geological & Scientific Details
Meionite is classified as a tectosilicate minerals, scapolite group mineral which typically crystallizes in the tetragonal system. Its chemical formula is Ca4Al6Si6O24CO3.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Tectosilicate minerals, scapolite group
- Chemical Formula: Ca4Al6Si6O24CO3
- IMA Symbol: Me[1]
- Crystal System: Tetragonal
- Predominant Geological Color: Colorless, white, grey, pink, violet, blue, yellow, orange-brown, brown
- Cleavage: Distinct/good on {100}{110}
- Luster: Vitreous, resinous, pearly
- Streak: White
- Diaphaneity: Transparent, opaque
Associated Minerals
- Scapolite Group (Marialite - forms series with)
- Diopside
- Amphibole
- Epidote
- Titanite
- Grossular Garnet
- Calcite (common in contact metamorphic rocks, especially marbles and skarns)