Origin
India, Italy
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Color
White, Reddish
White, Colorless, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, Violet
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
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Planet
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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
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Not to wear with
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Powers
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.08-2.163.8-3.9
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
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Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
None
Mohs Hardness
4.56.5-7.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Luster
Vitreous
Adamantine
Pleochroism
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Dispersion
0.050.03
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent, Opaque, Transparent to opaque
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.888-1.889
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Isometric
Birefringence
0.005-0.008-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent to opaque
Physical
Neurological
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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
Emotional Healing
Empowerment
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Transformation