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Andradite Information

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1 Astrology
1.1 Origin
Italy, Russia
1.2 Color
Colorless, Green, Black, Brown, Red, Greenish, Yellow, gray
1.3 Streak
White
1.4 For which Rashi?
Not Available
1.5 Planet
Not Available
1.6 Element of Planets
Not Available
1.7 How to Wear?
1.7.1 Finger
Not Available
1.7.2 Ring Metal
Not Available
1.8 Energy
Not Available
1.9 Deities
Not Available
1.10 Not to wear with
Not Available
1.11 Powers
Not Available
1.12 Birthstone
1.12.1 Planetary
Not Available
1.12.2 Talisman
Not Available
2 Physical Properties
2.1 Tenacity
Brittle
2.2 Solubility
Not Available
2.3 Durability
Not Available
2.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
2.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
2.6 Cleavage
none
2.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
3 Optical Properties
3.1 Luster
Adamantine, Resinous
3.2 Pleochroism
Not Available
3.3 Dispersion
Albite
0.06
Rank: 7 (Overall)
Fluorite
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3.4 Transparency
Transparent
3.5 Refractive Index
1.88-1.94
3.6 Optic Character
Not Available
3.7 Crystal System
cubic
3.8 Birefringence
0.057
3.9 Clarity
Transparent
4 Benefits
4.1 Physical
4.1.1 Neurological
Not Available
4.1.2 Cardiovascular
Not Available
4.1.3 Respiratory
Not Available
4.1.4 Reproductive
Not Available
4.1.5 Digestive
Not Available
4.2 Psychology
Not Available
4.3 Healing
Not Available
4.4 Qualities Associated
Not Available

Andradite 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, Andradite Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Andradite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Andradite 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 Andradite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Andradite details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Italy and Russia.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Colorless, Green, Black, Brown, Red, Greenish, Yellow, gray.
  • Chemical Formula: Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009).