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Augite
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Astrology

Origin

USA, Mexico

Color

Green, Brown, Greenish, Black

Streak

Greenish, gray

For which Rashi?

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Planet

-

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

-

Not to wear with

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Powers

-

Birthstone

Planetary

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Talisman

-

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-

Solubility

-

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

3.19-3.56
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct

Mohs Hardness

5.5-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous, Resinous

Pleochroism

Pale green

Dispersion

0.02
Rank: 56 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

Transparent, Translucent

Refractive Index

1.671-1.774
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Monoclinic Prismatic H-M Symbol (2/m) Space Group: C 2/c

Birefringence

-9999
0 0.296
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Clarity

Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular

Supports heart health

Respiratory

Good

Reproductive

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Digestive

-

Psychology

Courage

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Grounding

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

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

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in USA and Mexico.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Green, Brown, Greenish, Black.
  • Chemical Formula: (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001).