About Starkeyite
Magnesium sulfate tetrahydrate, a less hydrated form of epsomite. It's associated with purification and mental clarity.
Primary Hues
Colorless, White, forms powdery efflorescences
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of purification and clarity. Believed to help clear energetic blockages and promote mental focus.
Associated Tarot Cards
Temperance
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents balance- emotional purification- and finding equilibrium- aligning with this magnesium sulfate.
The Moon
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes gentle release and working with natural cycles of cleansing- resonating with Starkeyite.
Associated Deities
Kuan Yin
Pantheon: Buddhist
Domain: Compassion- Purity- Healing
Rationale: Her gentle- purifying energy aligns with this mineral.
Chalchiuhtlicue
Pantheon: Aztec
Domain: Water- Rivers- Lakes- Purification
Rationale: Her association with cleansing waters connects to Starkeyite.
Metaphysical Uses
Emotional Cleansing Rituals
Promoting Calm & Balance
Gentle Release of Negativity
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Starkeyite.
Associated Minerals
- Epsomite (heptahydrate, alters to Starkeyite)
- Kieserite (monohydrate)
- Gypsum
- Halite (common as an efflorescence in arid regions or mines)