Origin
Spain, Brazil, USA, Sri Lanka, Burma, Origins: Spain, Burma. Discovered in Andalusia (Spain)
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Color
Brown, pink, Violet, Yellow, Green, White, gray, Colorless, Red
Yellow
For which Rashi?
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Aquarius, Gemini, Sagittarius
Planet
Venus
Venus, Mercury
Element of Planets
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Air, Earth
Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21
-9999
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery
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Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
None
Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
70% SiO2, Al2O3, Na2O, K2O
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
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Pleochroism
strongly trichroic
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent
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Refractive Index
1.627-1.650
-9999
Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.009-0.010
-9999
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Excellent
Aids in digestion and metabolism
Psychology
Perception
Transformation
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Self-Realization
Emotional Balance