Origin
Russia
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Color
Black, Violet, Blue, Green
Green
Streak
-
None
For which Rashi?
Gemini, Virgo
Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
Planet
Mercury
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Element of Planets
Earth
Earth
Energy
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-
How to Wear?
Finger
-
-
Ring Metal
-
-
Deities
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Isis
Not to wear with
-
-
Powers
-
Protection
Birthstone
Planetary
-
-
Talisman
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-
Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
3.22-3.401.54-1.55
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
1,2 prismatic.
Poor
Mohs Hardness
5-66.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Ca,Cr)MgSi 2O 6Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
Common trichroism: light green
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
-
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.668-1.7031.64-1.69
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
monoclinic
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.024-0.0300.036
0
0.296
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Clarity
-
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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-
Psychology
Renewal
Harmony
Healing
Physical healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Love
Health