About Yukonite
A hydrated calcium iron arsenate, typically black or brown and amorphous. It's a grounding stone but requires caution due to arsenic.
Primary Hues
Black, Brownish-Black, Reddish-Brown, forms amorphous or poorly crystalline masses
Metaphysical Properties
(Arsenic content, handle with care) A grounding stone (use with caution).
Associated Tarot Cards
The Hermit
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes introspection- working with Earth energies- and gentle transformation- aligning with this calcium iron arsenate.
Temperance
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents balance and purification- resonating with Yukonite.
Associated Deities
Kuan Yin
Pantheon: Buddhist
Domain: Compassion- Mercy- Healing
Rationale: Her gentle- purifying energy aligns with this mineral.
Persephone
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Underworld- Rebirth- Transformation
Rationale: Persephone's journey through darkness and renewal connects here.
Metaphysical Uses
Gentle Detoxification (Energetic)
Emotional Balance Meditation
Earth Rhythms Connection
Please read our Metaphysical Disclaimer
Geological & Scientific Details
We do not currently have scientific information available for Yukonite.
Associated Minerals
- Arseniosiderite (related)
- Pitticite
- Beudantite
- Scorodite (secondary mineral in oxidized arsenic-iron deposits)