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Andalusite
Citrine
Citrine Vs Andalusite Facts


Astrology
Origin
Spain, Brazil, USA, Sri Lanka, Burma, Color: strongly pleochroic, reddish brown, pink / yellowish green, Hardness: 7 7.5, Refractive index: 1.63 1.65, Density: 3.13 3.21, Chemical composition: Al2SiO5, Crystal structure: orthorhombic, Lustre: vitreous, greasy, Origins: Spain, Brazil, USA, Sri Lanka, Burma. Discovered in Andalusia (Spain), the andalusite stone is relatively rare, with big crystals over 10 ct. especially rare. Due to its remarkable pleochroism effect, the stone is highly valued by collectors., brown   
Brazil, Southern and central Africa, Madagascar, Color: yellow, Hardness: 7, Refractive index: 1.54 1.55, Density: 2.65 2.66, Chemical composition: SiO2, Crystal structure: hexagonal, Origins: Widespread; best stones come from Brazil. Citrine is one of the least expensive gemstones. Even very big pieces, 50 carats and more, can be easily found on the market. Greenish-yellow and orange stones are more valuable, and heat treatment is often applied to enhance the yellow color., Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown, Yellow, brown   
Color
Brown, pink, Violet, Yellow, Green, White, gray, Colorless, Green, gray, Brown, Red   
Yellow   
Streak
White   
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For which Rashi?
All   
Scorpio   
Planet
Venus   
Sun, Jupiter   
Element of Planets
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How to Wear?
  
  
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Energy
Projective, Receptive   
Projective   
Deities
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Persephone, Mercury   
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection, Psychic Power   
Birthstone
  
  
Planetary
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Talisman
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Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21   
2.65   
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}   
Indiscernible   
Mohs Hardness
7.5   
7   
Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
SiO2   
Optical Properties
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy   
Vitreous   
Pleochroism
strongly trichroic   
Natural: weak; yellow light yellow.   
Dispersion
0.02   
23
0.01   
27
Transparency
Transparent, Translucent   
Transparent   
Refractive Index
1.627-1.650   
1.544-1.553   
Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic   
Trigonal   
Birefringence
0.009-0.010   
0.009   
Clarity
Transparent   
Transparent   
Benefits
Physical
  
  
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
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Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
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Healing
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Qualities Associated
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Andalusite Vs Citrine Specifications

While buying, there is a common bewilderment that most of the buyers face. As you compare Andalusite Vs Citrine 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 Andalusite and Citrine Astrology. Its highly necessary to have a basic knowledge of facts about Andalusite and Citrine, before you finalize to buy one.

Andalusite is known to regulate the influence of Venus planet.Andalusite, that occurs commonly in Brown, pink, Violet, Yellow, Green, White, gray, Colorless, Green, gray, Brown, Red color, possesses Projective and Receptive energy.Citrine, the unique gem is known to regulate the influence of Jupiter and Sun planet. Citrine, which is classic Yellow colored gem, possesses Projective energy.

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