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Cassiterite
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Cassiterite Information

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Astrology

Origin

Sri Lanka

Color

Black, Brownish, Reddish, Brown, Red, Yellow, White, Colorless, Green, gray

Streak

White, Brownish

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

insoluble

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

6.86-7.03
1 7.18
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Fracture

Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular

Cleavage

{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}

Mohs Hardness

6-7
2 10
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Chemical Composition

SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Optical Properties

Luster

Adamantine, Greasy

Pleochroism

Pleochroic haloes have been observed. Dichroic in yellow

Dispersion

0.07
Rank: 18 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

Transparent, Translucent

Refractive Index

1.990-2.105
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

tetragonal

Birefringence

0.096-0.098
0 0.296
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Clarity

Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular

Supports heart health

Respiratory

Poor

Reproductive

-

Digestive

-

Psychology

Focus

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Manifestation

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

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

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Sri Lanka.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Black, Brownish, Reddish, Brown, Red, Yellow, White, Colorless, Green, gray.
  • Chemical Formula: SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.