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Anorthoclase
Anorthoclase




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Anorthoclase Information

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Astrology

Origin

Southern and central Africa

Color

Colorless, Green, gray, pink, Yellow

Streak

White

For which Rashi?

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Planet

-

Element of Planets

-

Energy

-

How to Wear?

Finger

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Ring Metal

-

Deities

-

Not to wear with

-

Powers

-

Birthstone

Planetary

-

Talisman

-

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-

Solubility

-

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

2.56-2.62
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven

Cleavage

From the Greek for oblique and fracture, descriptive of the cleavage

Mohs Hardness

6-6.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

(Na,K)AlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous, Pearly

Pleochroism

-

Dispersion

0.01
Rank: 64 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

Translucent

Refractive Index

1.518-1.534
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Triclinic Pinacoidal H-M Symbol (1) Space Group: P1

Birefringence

0.006-0.008
0 0.296
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Clarity

Translucent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

Aids in mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular

Supports heart health

Respiratory

Good

Reproductive

-

Digestive

-

Psychology

Harmony

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Harmony

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

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

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Southern and central Africa.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Colorless, Green, gray, pink, Yellow.
  • Chemical Formula: (Na,K)AlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006).