Origin
India, Italy
India
Color
White, Reddish
White, Red, Green, Blue, Brown, Yellow, Black, pink, orange
Streak
White
White
For which Rashi?
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Leo
Planet
-
-
Element of Planets
-
Earth, Air, Water
Energy
-
-
How to Wear?
Finger
-
-
Ring Metal
-
-
Deities
-
Freyja
Not to wear with
-
-
Powers
-
Healing, Protection, Love
Birthstone
Planetary
-
-
Talisman
-
-
Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
Soluble
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.161.05-1.10
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
None
Mohs Hardness
4.52-2.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
[C,H,O]
Luster
Vitreous
Resinous
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent, Translucent
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.539-1.545
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Trigonal
-
Birefringence
0.005-0.008-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
-
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
-
Respiratory
Good
Poor
Reproductive
-
Supports reproductive health
Digestive
-
Supports digestive health
Psychology
Emotional Healing
Warmth
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Warmth