Origin
Southern and central Africa
USA, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Brazil, Madagascar
Color
Black, Brownish, Brown
Greenish
Streak
Brown
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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
4.5-4.83.15-3.21
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
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Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
1,2 prismatic
Mohs Hardness
5.56-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
LiAlSi2O6
Luster
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Vitreous
Pleochroism
none.
Distinct trichroism: yellow green green blue greenHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Dispersion
0.040.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Transparent
Refractive Index
2.08-2.161.657-1.681
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Isometric
monoclinic
Birefringence
-99990.014-0.016
0
0.296
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Clarity
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TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
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Supports healthy digestion and metabolism
Respiratory
Poor
Excellent
Reproductive
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Eases stomach and digestive issues
Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
Vitality
Love
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Love