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Cassiterite Information

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1 Astrology
1.1 Origin
Sri Lanka
1.2 Color
Black, Brownish, Reddish, Brown, Red, Yellow, White, Colorless, Brown, Brownish, Black, Colorless, Green, gray
1.3 Streak
White, Brownish, Brownish, White
1.4 For which Rashi?
Not Available
1.5 Planet
Not Available
1.6 Element of Planets
Not Available
1.7 How to Wear?
1.7.1 Finger
Not Available
1.7.2 Ring Metal
Not Available
1.8 Energy
Not Available
1.9 Deities
Not Available
1.10 Not to wear with
Not Available
1.11 Powers
Not Available
1.12 Birthstone
1.12.1 Planetary
Not Available
1.12.2 Talisman
Not Available
2 Physical Properties
2.1 Tenacity
Brittle
2.2 Solubility
insoluble
2.3 Durability
Not Available
2.4 Specific Gravity
6.86-7.03
2.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
2.6 Cleavage
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
2.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
2.8 Chemical Composition
SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
3 Optical Properties
3.1 Luster
Adamantine, Greasy
3.2 Pleochroism
Pleochroic haloes have been observed. Dichroic in yellow
3.3 Dispersion
Albite
0.07
Rank: 6 (Overall)
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3.4 Transparency
Transparent, Translucent
3.5 Refractive Index
1.990-2.105
3.6 Optic Character
Not Available
3.7 Crystal System
tetragonal
3.8 Birefringence
0.096-0.098
3.9 Clarity
Transparent
4 Benefits
4.1 Physical
4.1.1 Neurological
Not Available
4.1.2 Cardiovascular
Not Available
4.1.3 Respiratory
Not Available
4.1.4 Reproductive
Not Available
4.1.5 Digestive
Not Available
4.2 Psychology
Not Available
4.3 Healing
Not Available
4.4 Qualities Associated
Not Available

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. 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, Brown, Brownish, Black, Colorless, Green, gray.
  • Chemical Formula: SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.

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