Origin
China
Southern and central Africa, USA, Australia, Brazil
Color
Red, Colorless
Green
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
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Cancer, Taurus
Planet
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Venus
Element of Planets
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Earth
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Vesta
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection, Healing
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
3.502.58-2.64
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
None
None
Mohs Hardness
76.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Waxy
Pleochroism
-
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Dispersion
0.010.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Translucent, Opaque, Translucent to nearly opaque
Refractive Index
1.735-1.7451.530-1.543
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.0120.004
0
0.296
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Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Translucent
Physical
Neurological
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Supports emotional healing and stress relief
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Calms the mind and reduces anxiety
Digestive
Promotes relaxation and reduces stress
Supports digestive health
Psychology
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Love
Healing
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Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
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Love