Tiemannite: Metaphysical & Geological Properties, Images

Tiemannite Specimen picture — Image Credit: Alchemist-hp - Self-photographed Creative Commons

About Tiemannite

Mercury(II) selenide, typically steel-grey to black. It's associated with deep transformation but is highly toxic due to mercury and selenium.

Primary Hues

Steel-Grey, Blackish-Grey, Reddish-Brown (internal reflection), often massive or granular

Metaphysical Properties

(Toxic, mercury and selenium content, handle with extreme care) A stone of deep transformation (use with extreme caution).

Affirmation

I embrace deep transformation.

Chakra Connection

Third Eye
Root

Astrological Alignment

Scorpio
Pisces

Planetary Influence

Pluto
Neptune

Elemental Energy

Water
Spirit

Vibrational Number

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Geological & Scientific Details

Tiemannite is classified as a selenide mineral mineral which typically crystallizes in the isometric system. Its chemical formula is HgSe. Common crystal habits include massive and as euhedral crystals.

Key Geological Properties:

Mineral Category: Selenide mineral
Chemical Formula: HgSe
IMA Symbol: Tmn[1]
Crystal System: Isometric
Predominant Geological Color: Steel-gray to black
Crystal Habit: Massive and as euhedral crystals
Cleavage: none
Luster: Metallic
Streak: grayish black
Diaphaneity: opaque

Associated Minerals

Cinnabar
Metacinnabar
Mercury
Clausthalite
Naumannite

TIEMANNITE

Mercuric Selenide