Origin
India, Italy
Canada, USA, Mexico, Madagascar, Australia, Finland, India, Russia
Color
White, Reddish
Violet, Colorless, gray, White, Green
Streak
White
White
For which Rashi?
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Aquarius
Planet
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-
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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Isis
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection, Psychic Power
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.08-2.162.69-2.72
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Mohs Hardness
4.56-6.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Pearly
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to translucent
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.554-1.573
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Triclinic
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.008-0.010
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Transformation
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Magic