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Facts about Alexandrite and Ruby


Ruby Vs Alexandrite Facts


Astrology

Origin
Russia, Brazil, Tanzania, Madagascar, Zambia, Sri Lanka, Burma, India, Origins: Russia  
Burma, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya  

Color
Green  
Red, pink  

Streak
-  
White  

For which Rashi?
Scorpio  
Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius  

Planet
Venus  
Mars  

Element of Planets
Earth  
-  

Energy
-  
-  

How to Wear?
  
  

Finger
-  
Ring Finger  

Ring Metal
-  
Gold, Copper  

Deities
-  
Buddha, Krishna  

Not to wear with
-  
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gomed  

Powers
Love  
Joy  

Birthstone
  
  

Planetary
-  
-  

Talisman
-  
Pisces  

Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81  
3.97-4.05  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
1,1 ; 3,2.  
No true cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
8.5  
9  

Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4  
Al 2 O 3  

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous  
Vitreous, Adamantine  

Pleochroism
-  
Strong: purplish-red  

Dispersion
0.02  
99+
0.02  
99+

Transparency
Transparent, Transparent to nearly opaque  
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to opaque  

Refractive Index
1.739-1.770  
1.762-1.778  

Optic Character
Biaxial/+  
-  

Crystal System
Orthorhombic  
Trigonal  

Birefringence
0.007-0.010  
0.008  

Clarity
Transparent  
Transparent  

Benefits

Physical
  
  

Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus  
Stimulates mental concentration and focus  

Cardiovascular
Aids in grounding and protection  
Supports heart health  

Respiratory
Excellent  
Good  

Reproductive
Supports reproductive health  
Supports reproductive health  

Digestive
-  
Supports digestive health  

Psychology
Transformation  
Passion  

Healing
Emotional healing  
Emotional healing  

Qualities Associated
Transformation  
Energy  

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Alexandrite Vs Ruby Specifications

While buying, there is a common bewilderment that most of the buyers face. As you compare Alexandrite Vs Ruby specifications, it helps you to decide which gemstone suits your zodiac sign. Besides, the extent to which a gemstone benefits you can be understood after comparing Alexandrite and Ruby Astrology. Its highly necessary to have a basic knowledge of facts about Alexandrite and Ruby, before you finalize to buy one.

Alexandrite is known to regulate the influence of Venus planet.Alexandrite, that occurs commonly in Green color, possesses energy.Ruby, the unique gem is known to regulate the influence of Mars planet. Ruby, which is classic Red, pink colored gem, possesses energy.

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