Origin
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India, Italy
Color
Red
White, Reddish
Streak
White
White
For which Rashi?
Taurus, Leo
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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
-
-
Deities
Isis, Bragi
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Not to wear with
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Powers
Protection, Healing, Courage
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Birthstone
Planetary
-
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Talisman
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Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.642.08-2.16
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
Absent
distinct/good on {1011}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-74.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.010.05
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent, Transparent to nearly opaque
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.535-1.5391.478-1.490
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.003-0.0090.005-0.008
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
-
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Digestive
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Psychology
Motivation
Emotional Healing
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Courage
Optimism