About Woodruffite
A zinc manganese oxide, typically black and earthy or botryoidal. It's a grounding and protective stone, enhancing strength.
Primary Hues
Black, Brownish-Black, Steel-Grey, often forms botryoidal or earthy masses
Metaphysical Properties
A grounding and protective stone. Believed to enhance strength and repel negativity.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Hermit
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes deep introspection and connecting with foundational Earth energies- aligning with this manganese oxide.
The Devil
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents grounding in the material world and understanding deep Earth power- resonating with Woodruffite.
Associated Deities
Gaia
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Earth Mother
Rationale: Its composition as an earth oxide gives it a strong connection to Gaia.
Saturn
Pantheon: Roman
Domain: Time- Discipline- Structure
Rationale: Saturn's grounding and structuring influence aligns with this mineral.
Metaphysical Uses
Deep Earth Grounding Meditation
Promoting Stability & Strength
Exploring Earth Mysteries
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Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Woodruffite.
Associated Minerals
- Todorokite
- Birnessite
- Cryptomelane
- Franklinite
- Zincite
- Hetaerolite (secondary mineral in oxidized zinc-manganese deposits)