Origin
Southern and central Africa
Southern and central Africa
Color
Colorless, White, Yellow, pink
Black, Brownish, Brown
Streak
White
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
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
1.794.5-4.8
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on {10bar10}
None, parting may develop along {111}
Mohs Hardness
2.55.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)
Fe++Cr2O4
Luster
Vitreous
-
Pleochroism
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellow
none.
Dispersion
0.030.04
0.005
1
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Transparency
-
-
Refractive Index
1.4922.08-2.16
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Isometric
Birefringence
-9999-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Poor
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Vitality
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Spiritual Growth
Protection