Origin
Spain, Brazil, USA, Sri Lanka, Burma, Origins: Spain, Burma. Discovered in Andalusia (Spain)
Southern and central Africa
Color
Brown, pink, Violet, Yellow, Green, White, gray, Colorless, Red
Blue
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
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Leo, Gemini, Capricorn
Planet
Venus
Uranus
Element of Planets
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Water
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Frigg
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21-9999
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery
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Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
None
Mohs Hardness
7.57
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2 with gold
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
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Pleochroism
strongly trichroic
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Dispersion
0.020.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent
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Refractive Index
1.627-1.650-9999
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.009-0.010-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Aids in communication and self-expression
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Perception
Communication
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Self-Realization
Communication