Origin
Italy, Russia
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Color
Colorless, Green, Black, Brown, Red, Greenish, Yellow, 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
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
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Gelatinises in acids
Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.70-4.102.4-2.5
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
none
Distinct on {110}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-75-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Luster
Adamantine, Resinous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
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None
Dispersion
0.060.01
0.005
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.88-1.941.50
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
cubic
Isometric
Birefringence
0.057-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Positivity
Communication
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Empowerment
Communication