About Vaughanite
An extremely rare and highly toxic sulfosalt. It has no metaphysical use due to its hazardous nature.
Primary Hues
Black, Dark Grey, forms small prismatic crystals
Metaphysical Properties
(Extremely toxic due to thallium, mercury, antimony, arsenic content, handle with extreme care) Primarily of mineralogical interest due to extreme toxicity.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Hermit
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes deep introspection and working with complex- hidden energies.
The Devil
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents confronting shadow aspects and understanding material power- resonating here.
Associated Deities
Hades/Pluto
Pantheon: Greek/Roman
Domain: Underworld- Hidden Wealth- Transformation
Rationale: Their dominion over hidden- complex realms connects to this mineral.
Thoth
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: Wisdom- Secrets
Rationale: Thoth's association with esoteric knowledge aligns here.
Metaphysical Uses
Deep Introspection Meditation
Shadow Work Focus
Understanding Complexities Visualization
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Vaughanite.
Associated Minerals
- Vrbaite (similar toxicity and rarity)
- Pierrotite
- Lorandite
- Orpiment
- Realgar (other rare, toxic thallium-arsenic-antimony sulfides)