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Afghanite
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Astrology

Origin

Afghanistan, Italy

Color

Blue, Colorless

Streak

White

For which Rashi?

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Planet

-

Element of Planets

-

Energy

-

How to Wear?

Finger

-

Ring Metal

-

Deities

-

Not to wear with

-

Powers

-

Birthstone

Planetary

-

Talisman

-

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-

Solubility

-

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

2.55-2.65
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect {10 1 0}

Mohs Hardness

5.5-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous

Pleochroism

-

Dispersion

0.02
Rank: 54 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

Transparent

Refractive Index

1.523
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Trigonal

Birefringence

0.006
0 0.296
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Clarity

Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular

Supports heart health

Respiratory

Good

Reproductive

-

Digestive

-

Psychology

Harmony

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Communication

Afghanite Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Afghanite Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Emotional healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Afghanite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Afghanite is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Afghanite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Afghanite details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Afghanistan and Italy.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Blue, Colorless.
  • Chemical Formula: (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009).