About Wairauite
A rare cobalt-iron alloy, found in ultramafic rocks and some meteorites. It's associated with strength, endurance, and primordial energies.
Primary Hues
Tin-White, Steel-Grey, often with a metallic luster
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of strength and grounding. Believed to promote endurance and a connection to primordial energies.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Emperor
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes strength- stability- and enduring foundations- aligning with this cobalt-iron alloy.
Strength
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents inner fortitude and resilience- resonating with Wairauite.
Associated Deities
Hephaestus/Vulcan
Pantheon: Greek/Roman
Domain: Craftsmanship- Forge- Strength of Materials
Rationale: Their association with strong- enduring materials aligns here.
Ares/Mars
Pantheon: Greek/Roman
Domain: War- Courage- Action
Rationale: Their connection to strength and resolve connects to this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Building Inner Strength Meditation
Promoting Endurance Altar
Focus for Stability
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Wairauite.
Associated Minerals
- Awaruite (nickel-iron alloy)
- Serpentine
- Chromite
- Magnetite
- Pentlandite (found in serpentinized ultramafic rocks)