Origin
Southern and central Africa
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Color
Blue, Green, Brown
Blue, White, Grey, Yellow, Green, Colorless, Red, gray
Streak
White, Blue, Green
Blue, White
For which Rashi?
Taurus
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Planet
Venus
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Element of Planets
Water
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
-
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Deities
Venus
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Not to wear with
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Powers
Love
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
-
Gelatinises in acids
Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
2.00-2.452.4-2.5
1
7.18
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Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
none
Distinct on {110}
Mohs Hardness
2-45-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
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None
Dispersion
0.020.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Opaque
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Refractive Index
1.460-1.5701.50
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
monoclinic
Isometric
Birefringence
0.023-0.050-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
-
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Physical
Neurological
Promotes calmness and emotional balance
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
-
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Digestive
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Psychology
Communication
Communication
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Communication
Communication