About Willemseite
A nickel-rich talc, typically green. It's associated with emotional balance and healing, with a nickel influence adding a vitality aspect.
Primary Hues
Green, Apple Green, Yellowish-Green, forms platy or foliated masses
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of emotional balance and healing. Believed to promote a sense of calm and well-being, similar to talc but with nickel influence.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Empress
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents grounding- nurturing- and connection to Earth's healing energies- aligning with this nickel magnesium silicate.
Strength
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes inner fortitude and gentle strength- resonating with Willemseite.
Associated Deities
Gaia
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Earth Mother
Rationale: Its earthy green color and composition connect it to Gaia's nurturing aspect.
Demeter
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Agriculture- Nurturing
Rationale: Demeter's nurturing earth energy aligns with this stone.
Metaphysical Uses
Grounding & Nurturing Meditation
Promoting Emotional Stability
Connecting with Nature
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Willemseite.
Associated Minerals
- Talc (forms series with)
- Serpentine
- Garnierite (general term for green nickel silicates)
- Pimelite
- Chrysoprase (found in lateritic nickel deposits or altered ultramafic rocks)