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Dioptase Information

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1 Astrology
1.1 Origin
Dioptase from Altyn Tübe, Kazakhstan, the type locality
1.2 Color
Green, Blue, Green
1.3 Streak
Green
1.4 For which Rashi?
Not Available
1.5 Planet
Not Available
1.6 Element of Planets
Not Available
1.7 How to Wear?
1.7.1 Finger
Not Available
1.7.2 Ring Metal
Not Available
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
Not Available
1.12.2 Talisman
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2 Physical Properties
2.1 Tenacity
Brittle
2.2 Solubility
Soluble
2.3 Durability
Not Available
2.4 Specific Gravity
3.25-3.35
2.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
2.6 Cleavage
Perfect in three directions
2.7 Mohs Hardness
5
2.8 Chemical Composition
CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
3 Optical Properties
3.1 Luster
Vitreous
3.2 Pleochroism
Weak; dark emerald green
3.3 Dispersion
Albite
0.04
Rank: 13 (Overall)
Fluorite
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3.4 Transparency
TranslucentHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
3.5 Refractive Index
1.644-1.720
3.6 Optic Character
Not Available
3.7 Crystal System
Trigonal
3.8 Birefringence
0.051-0.053
3.9 Clarity
TranslucentHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
4 Benefits
4.1 Physical
4.1.1 Neurological
Not Available
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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Dioptase 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, Dioptase Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Dioptase information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

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

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Dioptase from Altyn Tübe, Kazakhstan and the type locality.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Green, Blue, Green.
  • Chemical Formula: CuSiO 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.

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