About Natrojarosite
The sodium-dominant member of the Jarosite group (hydrated iron sulfate), typically yellow to brown. It's associated with strength, grounding, and perseverance in overcoming challenges.
Primary Hues
Yellow, Brownish-Yellow, Dark Brown
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of strength and grounding. Believed to aid in overcoming obstacles and promoting perseverance.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Sun
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes vitality- success- and optimism- aligning with this mineral's bright colors.
The Emperor
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents leadership and earthly power- resonating with its energy.
Associated Deities
Apollo
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Sun- Light- Prophecy- Healing
Rationale: Apollo's connection to the sun aligns with this mineral's positive energy.
Helios
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Sun- Sight
Rationale: Helios as the sun god embodies the bright- successful energy of Natrojarosite.
Metaphysical Uses
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Leadership Focus
Success Attraction Rituals
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Geological & Scientific Details
Natrojarosite is classified as a sulfate minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the trigonal system. Its chemical formula is KFe3(SO4)2(OH)6. Common crystal habits include crystals are usually pseudocubic or tabular, also as granular crusts, nodules, fibrous masses or concretionary..
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Sulfate minerals
- Chemical Formula: KFe3(SO4)2(OH)6
- IMA Symbol: Jrs[1]
- Crystal System: Trigonal
- Formula Mass (g/mol): 500.8 g/mol
- Predominant Geological Color: Amber yellow or dark brown
- Crystal Habit: Crystals are usually pseudocubic or tabular, also as granular crusts, nodules, fibrous masses or concretionary.
- Cleavage: Distinct on {0001}
- Luster: Subadamantine to vitreous, resinous on fractures
- Streak: light yellow
- Diaphaneity: Transparent to translucent
Associated Minerals
- Jarosite (forms series with)
- Alunite
- Goethite
- Limonite
- Pyrite (oxidation product)
- Gypsum (common in oxidized zones of sulfide deposits and acidic sulfate environments)