Origin
India, Italy
Southern and central Africa, California
Color
White, Reddish
All colors, White, Colorless, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, pink
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
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Scorpio, Aries, Virgo
Planet
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Mars
Element of Planets
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Air
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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Healing, Protection
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
2.08-2.162.58-2.91
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Indiscernible
Mohs Hardness
4.56.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Opaque
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.540
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.005-0.008-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
OpaqueHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
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
Grounding
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Nurturing