Origin
India, Italy
Australia, Canada, Italy, Kazakhstan, Russia, Switzerland, Turkey, USA, Guatemala
Color
White, Reddish
Green, Brown, gray
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
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Pisces, Libra, Gemini, Taurus, Aries
Planet
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Venus, Neptune
Element of Planets
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Water
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Freyja, Buddha
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
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.162.90-3.38
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Splintery
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
1 or 2,2 prismatic.
Mohs Hardness
4.56-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Nephrite: Ca2(Mg,Fe)5Si8O22(OH)2 Jadeite: NaAlSi2O6
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Translucent, Translucent to opaque
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.600-1.688
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.020-0.027
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
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Harmony
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Harmony