Origin
Canada, Pakistan
Kenya, Southern and central Africa
Color
Reddish, Greenish, White, Red, Yellow, Green, Grey, Blue, Brown, Colorless, gray, orange
Colorless, Greenish, Blue
Streak
White
White
For which Rashi?
Virgo, Capricorn
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Planet
-
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Element of Planets
Earth
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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
Protection
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
Dilute acid
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
2.93-2.963.40-3.58
1
7.18
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Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{010} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
3.5-47.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Al,Mg) 8(Al,Si) 6O 20Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Luster
Vitreous, Resinous
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Pleochroism
StrongArthur Thomas
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Dispersion
0.170.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.525-1.6861.701-1.724
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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Birefringence
0.1550.005-0.007
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Promotes focus and concentration
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Poor
Excellent
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Stability
Spiritual Awakening
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Centering
Inner Peace