Origin
Southern and central Africa
Pakistan
Color
Black, Brownish, Brown
White, Green, Blue, Yellow, Brownish, Red, gray
Streak
Brown
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
Sectile
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.5-4.82.39
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Irregular
Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
Perfect on {0001}
Mohs Hardness
5.52.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
-
Vitreous, Pearly
Pleochroism
none.
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Dispersion
0.040.03
0.005
1
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Transparency
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TransparentMichael OâDonoghue
Refractive Index
2.08-2.161.56-1.60
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Isometric
Trigonal
Birefringence
-99990.010-0.020
0
0.296
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Clarity
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TransparentMichael OâDonoghue
Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Poor
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
Vitality
Peace
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Peace