About Rathite
A rare complex sulfosalt containing lead, arsenic, thallium, and silver. It's associated with transformation and insight into complex patterns. (Thallium and arsenic content, handle with extreme care).
Primary Hues
Lead-Grey, Iron-Black, often forms prismatic or tabular crystals
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of transformation and insight. Believed to aid in understanding complex patterns.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Hermit
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes deep introspection and understanding complex hidden structures- aligning with this sulfosalt.
The Moon
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents navigating the subconscious and uncovering hidden truths- resonating with Rathite.
Associated Deities
Hades/Pluto
Pantheon: Greek/Roman
Domain: Underworld- Hidden Knowledge
Rationale: Their dominion over hidden- complex realms connects to this mineral.
Thoth
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: Wisdom- Secrets
Rationale: Thoth's association with esoteric knowledge aligns here.
Metaphysical Uses
Deep Introspection Meditation
Understanding Complexities Focus
Seeking Hidden Knowledge Altar
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Rathite.
Associated Minerals
- Sartorite Group (Liveingite, Baumhauerite, Dufrénosite)
- Realgar
- Orpiment
- Sphalerite
- Pyrite (from its type locality in Lengenbach quarry, Switzerland)