About Tsumcorite
A lead zinc iron arsenate, often yellowish to reddish-brown. It's associated with vitality and manifestation but is toxic due to arsenic.
Primary Hues
Yellow, Yellow-Brown, Reddish-Brown, Greenish-Yellow, forms prismatic crystals or drusy crusts
Metaphysical Properties
(Arsenic content, handle with care) A stone of vitality and manifestation (use with caution).
Associated Tarot Cards
The Empress
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes growth- abundance- and connection to Earth's vitality- aligning with its varied colors.
The Sun
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents joy and positive energy- resonating with Tsumcorite.
Associated Deities
Demeter
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Agriculture- Harvest- Nurturing
Rationale: Demeter's connection to the Earth's bounty aligns here.
Lakshmi
Pantheon: Hindu
Domain: Prosperity- Good Fortune- Beauty
Rationale: Lakshmi embodies the energy of abundance that this mineral can represent.
Metaphysical Uses
Abundance Altar
Creativity Focus
Positive Energy Environment
Please read our Metaphysical Disclaimer
Geological & Scientific Details
Tsumcorite is classified as a arsenate minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the monoclinic system. Its chemical formula is PbZnFe2+(AsO4)2.H2O. Common crystal habits include radiating, fibrous crusts.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Arsenate minerals
- Chemical Formula: PbZnFe2+(AsO4)2.H2O
- IMA Symbol: Tmc[1]
- Crystal System: Monoclinic
- Formula Mass (g/mol): 624.29 g/mol
- Predominant Geological Color: Yellow-brown, red-brown, orange
- Crystal Habit: Radiating, fibrous crusts
- Twinning: Common, on an unknown law
- Cleavage: Good on {001}
- Luster: Vitreous
- Streak: Yellow
- Diaphaneity: Translucent