Origin
India, Italy
Madagascar, Southern and central Africa
Color
White, Reddish
White, Yellow, Blue, Green, 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
2.08-2.162.55-2.63
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Mohs Hardness
4.56-6.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous
Pleochroism
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-
Dispersion
0.050.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Translucent
Refractive Index
1.478-1.4901.514-1.539
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Triclinic Pinacoidal H-M Symbol (1) Space Group: P1
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.008-0.010
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Translucent
Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Emotional Healing
Peace
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Optimism
Emotional Balance