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Epidote Information



Astrology

Origin
Austria

Color
Brown, Green, Brownish, Black, Yellow, gray

Streak
White

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
-

Solubility
-

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
3.25-3.50

Fracture
Conchoidal, Fibrous

Cleavage
{001} perfect and {100} imperfect

Mohs Hardness
6-7

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2(Fe3+ ,Al)Si 3O 12(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous, Resinous

Pleochroism
Strong

Dispersion
0.03 43

Transparency
-

Refractive Index
1.729-1.768

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
monoclinic

Birefringence
0.019-0.046

Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular
Calms digestive issues

Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
Supports healthy digestion

Digestive
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Psychology
Abundance

Healing
Physical healing

Qualities Associated
Manifestation

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Epidote 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, Epidote 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, Epidote information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

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

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