Origin
Southern and central Africa
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Color
Green, Black, White, Grey, gray
Blue, White, Grey, Yellow, Green, Colorless, Red, gray
Streak
White
Blue, White
For which Rashi?
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Planet
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Element of Planets
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Not to wear with
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Powers
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Gelatinises in acids
Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.002.4-2.5
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
perfect along {110}.
Distinct on {110}
Mohs Hardness
5-65-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
moderate
None
Dispersion
0.020.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
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Refractive Index
1.613-1.6281.50
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
Isometric
Birefringence
0.0250-0.0270-9999
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0.296
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Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
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Physical
Neurological
Aids in mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Strength
Communication
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Strength
Communication