Crystal
Orpiment
Haritala
Monoclinic, Mohs 1.5
Essence
Yellow arsenic sulphide — historically pigment 'King's Yellow' (toxic). It works through the Solar Plexus chakra (Manipura), the seat of personal will, directed effort, and the steady expression of identity. Under Sun (Surya)'s influence, creative breakthrough through alchemical transformation. Reach for it when navigating transformation, creativity.
Anchors
Sourcing
Romanian, Russian, US deposits; yellow arsenic sulphide; highly toxic — display only.
Classical lineage
Classical Vedic literature does not specifically reference this stone. Modern usage is grounded in mineralogical observation and energetic-tradition practice.
Ritual of care
Gentle cleansing removes accumulated energy between uses
Sunday is Surya's day — solar force is at its peak
Pairs with