Origin
India, Italy
Austria
Color
White, Reddish
Brown, Green, Brownish, Black, Yellow, gray
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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Solubility
-
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
2.08-2.163.25-3.50
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Conchoidal, Fibrous
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
{001} perfect and {100} imperfect
Mohs Hardness
4.56-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaAl 2(Fe3+ ,Al)Si 3O 12(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Resinous
Pleochroism
-
Strong
Dispersion
0.050.03
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.729-1.768
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.019-0.046
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Calms digestive issues
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Supports healthy digestion
Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Abundance
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Manifestation