Origin
India, Italy
India
Color
White, Reddish
Colorless, White, Yellow, Green, pink, Violet
Streak
White
White
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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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
2.08-2.162.33-2.37
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
Mohs Hardness
4.54.5-5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Pearly
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.530-1.536
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
tetragonal
Birefringence
0.005-0.008-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Clarity
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Spiritual Awakening