About Titanite
Calcium titanium silicate, known for its wedge-shaped crystals, high dispersion ('fire'), and various colors. It's a stone of mental clarity, organization, and spiritual growth, stimulating intellect and manifestation.
Primary Hues
Brown, Yellow, Green, Black, Grey, Red, Pink, often wedge-shaped crystals, adamantine luster, high dispersion (fire)
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of mental clarity, organization, and spiritual growth. Believed to stimulate intellect, aid learning, and connect with higher realms. Enhances manifestation.
Affirmation
My mind is clear, organized, and I grow spiritually.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Magician
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes harnessing mental energy and enhancing creativity- aligning with Titanite.
The Star
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents inspiration and connecting with higher knowledge- resonating with this mineral.
Associated Deities
Thoth
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: Wisdom- Knowledge- Magic
Rationale: Thoth as the god of knowledge and mental acuity aligns with Titanite.
Apollo
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Prophecy- Knowledge- Arts
Rationale: Apollo's connection to knowledge and creative inspiration connects here.
Metaphysical Uses
Mind Stimulation Meditation
Creativity Altar
Higher Knowledge Connection
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Geological & Scientific Details
Titanite is classified as a nesosilicate mineral which typically crystallizes in the monoclinic system. Its chemical formula is CaTiSiO5. Common crystal habits include flattened wedge-shaped crystals, also massive.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Nesosilicate
- Chemical Formula: CaTiSiO5
- IMA Symbol: Ttn[1]
- Crystal System: Monoclinic
- Crystal Habit: Flattened wedge-shaped crystals, also massive
- Twinning: Contact and penetration on {100}, lamellar on {221}
- Cleavage: Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
- Luster: Sub-adamantine tending to slightly resinous
- Streak: Reddish white