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Corundum Information



Astrology

Origin
Southern and central Africa

Color
Violet, Blue, Red, Yellow, Brown, gray

Streak
White, None

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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Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle

Solubility
insoluble

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05

Fracture
Uneven, Fibrous

Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions

Mohs Hardness
9

Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Optical Properties

Luster
Adamantine, Vitreous

Pleochroism
None

Dispersion
0.02 53

Transparency
Transparent, Translucent

Refractive Index
1.758-1.780

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
Trigonal

Birefringence
0.007-0.010

Clarity
-

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Focus

Healing
Physical healing

Qualities Associated
Wisdom

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Corundum Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Corundum Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Physical healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Corundum information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Corundum is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Corundum such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Corundum details and interesting facts are provided here.

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