Origin
USA, Mexico, Brazil, Switzerland, Sri Lanka, Burma, Madagascar, Origins: USA, Germany, Japan
Southern and central Africa
Color
Yellow, Brown, Colorless, White, gray, Brownish
Red, Yellow, orange
Streak
White
orange
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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Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.97-3.033.56
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
{001} Poor
{010} Good
Mohs Hardness
7-9999
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10
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Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
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Pleochroism
Weak: pale yellow yellow
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellowAnthony et al
Dispersion
0.020.06
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Refractive Index
1.627-1.6392.538-2.704
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3.25
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Optic Character
Biaxial/+
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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Birefringence
0.0060.166
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0.296
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Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Poor
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Spiritual Awareness
Confidence
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Spiritual Awakening
Vitality