Origin
India, Italy
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Color
White, Reddish
Red, Brown
Streak
White
Yellow, Red, Reddish, Brown
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
2.08-2.164
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
{010} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
4.55
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10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
FeO(OH)
Luster
Vitreous
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Pleochroism
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Strong; X = colorless to yellow; Y = orange
Dispersion
0.050.02
0.005
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.940
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.005-0.008-9999
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0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
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Aids in mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
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Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Emotional Healing
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Emotional Healing