Origin
India, Italy
Southern and central Africa, USA, Australia, Brazil
Color
White, Reddish
Green
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
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Cancer, Taurus
Planet
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Venus
Element of Planets
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Earth
Energy
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-
How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
-
-
Deities
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Vesta
Not to wear with
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-
Powers
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Protection, Healing
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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-
Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.162.58-2.64
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
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Waxy
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Translucent, Opaque, Translucent to nearly opaque
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.530-1.543
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.004
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Translucent
Physical
Neurological
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Supports emotional healing and stress relief
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Calms the mind and reduces anxiety
Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
Emotional Healing
Love
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Love