About Wilkmanite
Nickel selenide, typically black or steel-grey. It's associated with strength and transformation but requires caution due to selenium.
Primary Hues
Iron-Black, Steel-Grey, forms small granular aggregates
Metaphysical Properties
(Selenium content, handle with care) A stone of strength and transformation (use with caution).
Associated Tarot Cards
The Emperor
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes strength- stability- and focused willpower- aligning with this nickel selenide.
Strength
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents inner fortitude and resilience- resonating with Wilkmanite.
Associated Deities
Ares/Mars
Pantheon: Greek/Roman
Domain: War- Courage- Action
Rationale: Their association with strength and action aligns here.
Hephaestus/Vulcan
Pantheon: Greek/Roman
Domain: Craftsmanship- Forge
Rationale: Their connection to metals and focused creation connects to this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Enhancing Willpower Meditation
Promoting Focus & Discipline
Building Inner Strength Visualization
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Wilkmanite.
Associated Minerals
- Vaesite (sulfide analogue)
- Kullerudite (related NiSe2)
- Penroseite (nickel copper selenide)
- Clausthalite (lead selenide) (found in some selenium-rich hydrothermal deposits)