About Realgar
Arsenic sulfide, known for its striking red to orange color; light-sensitive (alters to pararealgar). It's associated with energy and intellect but is highly toxic.
Primary Hues
Aurora-Red, Orange-Red, Orange-Yellow, (Light sensitive, alters to Pararealgar, handle with care, toxic arsenic sulfide)
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of energy and intellect (use with extreme caution). Believed to stimulate creativity and mental clarity. (Highly toxic, avoid handling without precautions).
Associated Tarot Cards
The Tower
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents sudden change- passion- and breaking old patterns- aligning with this mineral.
The Devil
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes potent- fiery energy and transformation- resonating with Realgar.
Associated Deities
Pele
Pantheon: Hawaiian
Domain: Volcanoes- Fire- Passion- Creation
Rationale: Pele's fiery and destructive/creative nature aligns with Realgar.
Sekhmet
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: War- Healing- Power- Sun
Rationale: Sekhmet's powerful- transformative fire energy connects to this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Transformation Rituals (Symbolic)
Passion & Energy Altar (Symbolic)
Breaking Old Patterns Visualization (Symbolic)
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Realgar.