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Cuprite
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Cuprite Information

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Astrology

Origin

Southern and central Africa

Color

Red, Brown, Black

Streak

Brownish, Red

For which Rashi?

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Planet

-

Element of Planets

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Energy

-

How to Wear?

Finger

-

Ring Metal

-

Deities

-

Not to wear with

-

Powers

-

Birthstone

Planetary

-

Talisman

-

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

-

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

5.85-6.15
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal

Cleavage

Fair in four directions forming octahedrons

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Optical Properties

Luster

Adamantine

Pleochroism

visible

Dispersion

0.05
Rank: 27 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

TranslucentWalter Schumann

Refractive Index

2.849
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

cubic

Birefringence

-9999
0 0.296
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Clarity

TranslucentWalter Schumann

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

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Cardiovascular

Supports heart health

Respiratory

Poor

Reproductive

-

Digestive

-

Psychology

Vitality

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Vitality

Cuprite 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, Cuprite Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Emotional healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Cuprite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Cuprite 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 Cuprite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Cuprite details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Southern and central Africa.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Red, Brown, Black.
  • Chemical Formula: Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.