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Wulfenite

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Wulfenite

Paper-thin, fiery orange tabular crystals – one of the most photogenic collector minerals.

  • ColourOrange, Yellow, Red
  • Mineral groupMolybdate
  • ChemistryPbMoO₄
  • Hardness (Mohs)3
  • Crystal systemTetragonal
  • Where it's foundUSA (Arizona – Red Cloud Mine), Mexico (Los Lamentos), Morocco, Slovenia
  • ChakraSacral
  • ZodiacLeo

What is Wulfenite?

Wulfenite forms thin, square tabular crystals in brilliant orange, yellow and red. The famous red crystals of the Red Cloud Mine in Arizona are among the most admired specimens in the mineral world. It was named after Austrian mineralogist Franz Xavier von Wulfen.

Wulfenite contains lead, so keep it as a display specimen and wash your hands after handling.

Wulfenite astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsLeo
  • Ruling planet—
  • ElementFire
  • Birthstone month—

Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.

Wulfenite meaning & traditional properties

Wulfenite is associated with creativity, energy and joy in crystal traditions.

  • Creativity
  • Energy
  • Joy

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Wulfenite

  • Display a wulfenite specimen out of reach of children.

How to care for Wulfenite

Soft and fragile. Contains lead – handle minimally, keep dry.

Looking for Wulfenite?

Wulfenite isn't in our shop right now – new stock arrives regularly. In the meantime, explore similar crystals we have available or browse our full crystal collection.

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Rituals & pairings

Pair Wulfenite with a energy & motivation ritual

A bright morning ritual to wake up your energy and motivation.

Traditionally paired with: Lemongrass, citrus, mint or eucalyptus incense · An orange or yellow candle · Palo santo

  • Open the curtains and clear the space with palo santo.
  • Light an orange or yellow candle and citrus, lemongrass or eucalyptus incense.
  • Hold your crystal and name one thing you'll get done today.
  • Carry the crystal with you as your reminder.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Wulfenite jewellery & pendulums

Wear the energy of your favourite crystals every day – browse our handmade crystal jewellery and dowsing pendulums.

Wulfenite FAQs

Is wulfenite toxic?

It contains lead, so keep it as a display piece and wash hands after handling.

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