Origin
Southern and central Africa, USA, Australia, Brazil
India, Italy
Color
Green
White, Reddish
Streak
-
White
For which Rashi?
Cancer, Taurus
-
Planet
Venus
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Element of Planets
Earth
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Energy
-
-
How to Wear?
Finger
-
-
Ring Metal
-
-
Deities
Vesta
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Not to wear with
-
-
Powers
Protection, Healing
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Birthstone
Planetary
-
-
Talisman
-
-
Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.642.08-2.16
1
7.18
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Fracture
-
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
None
distinct/good on {1011}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-74.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Luster
Vitreous, Waxy
Vitreous
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.010.05
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent, Opaque, Translucent to nearly opaque
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.530-1.5431.478-1.490
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.0040.005-0.008
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Supports emotional healing and stress relief
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
Calms the mind and reduces anxiety
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
-
Psychology
Love
Emotional Healing
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Love
Optimism