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Cuprite
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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Southern and central Africa

1.2 Color

Red, Brown, Red, Red, Black

1.3 Streak

Brownish, Red, Brownish, Red

1.4 For which Rashi?

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1.5 Planet

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1.6 Element of Planets

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1.7 How to Wear?

1.7.1 Finger

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1.7.2 Ring Metal

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1.8 Energy

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1.9 Deities

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1.10 Not to wear with

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1.11 Powers

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1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

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1.12.2 Talisman

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2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

Brittle

2.2 Solubility

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2.3 Durability

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

5.85-6.15
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1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

2.6 Cleavage

Fair in four directions forming octahedrons

2.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4
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2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

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

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Adamantine

3.2 Pleochroism

visible

3.3 Dispersion

Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall)
0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

TranslucentWalter Schumann

3.5 Refractive Index

2.849
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1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

cubic

3.8 Birefringence

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0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

TranslucentWalter Schumann

4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

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4.1.2 Cardiovascular

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4.1.3 Respiratory

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4.1.4 Reproductive

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4.1.5 Digestive

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4.2 Psychology

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4.3 Healing

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4.4 Qualities Associated

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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. 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, Red, Red, Black.
  • Chemical Formula: Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.