Origin
Southern and central Africa
Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
Color
Colorless, White, Yellow, pink
Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
Streak
White
Reddish, 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
Brittle
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.793.48-3.60
1
7.18
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Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {10bar10}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Mohs Hardness
2.55-5.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)
CaTiSiO5
Luster
Vitreous
Subadamantine, Resinous
Pleochroism
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellow
Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
Dispersion
0.030.05
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Refractive Index
1.4921.885-1.990
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
monoclinic
Birefringence
-99990.105-0.135
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
Harmony
Self-Esteem
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Spiritual Growth
Manifestation