Origin
India, Italy
Canada, Russia
Color
White, Reddish
Brown, Yellow, Greenish, Brownish, Red
Streak
White
Brown, 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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Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.163.2-3.4
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]
Mohs Hardness
4.53
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Luster
Vitreous
Greasy, Pearly
Pleochroism
-
Strong: X= deep red-orange Y= orange-yellow Z= lemon-yellow
Dispersion
0.050.12
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Translucent
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.678-1.758
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Triclinic
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.050
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Translucent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Self-Reflection
Healing
Emotional healing
Spiritual healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Self-Reflection