Origin
India, Italy
Southern and central Africa
Color
White, Reddish
Brown, White, Greenish, gray, Green, Brownish
Streak
White
gray
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
2.08-2.162.9-3.5
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
4.55.5-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Pearly
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.603-1.690
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Biaxial/+
Crystal System
Trigonal
Orthorhombic Dipyramidal H-M Symbol (2/m 2/m 2/m) Space Group: P nma
Birefringence
0.005-0.008-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances brain function
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Peace
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Self-discovery