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Anhydrite Information



Astrology

Origin
Mexico

Color
Colorless, Blue, Violet, White, Brown, rose, gray

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
Brittle

Solubility
-

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
2.90-2.98

Fracture
Conchoidal

Cleavage
Rare tabular and prismatic crystals. Usually occurs as fibrous, parallel veins that break off into cleavage fragments.

Mohs Hardness
3.5

Chemical Composition
CaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Optical Properties

Luster
Pearly, Greasy

Pleochroism
For violet varieties

Dispersion
0.01 59

Transparency
Transparent

Refractive Index
1.570-1.614

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
Orthorhombic

Birefringence
0.042-0.044

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular
Supports heart health

Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
-

Digestive
-

Psychology
Calmness

Healing
Emotional healing

Qualities Associated
Acceptance

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Anhydrite 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, Anhydrite 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, Anhydrite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

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

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