Anthophyllite

Ruby

Facts about Anthophyllite and Ruby

Anthophyllite

Ruby

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Astrology

Origin

Southern and central Africa

Burma, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya

Color

Brown, White, Greenish, gray, Green, Brownish

Red, pink

Streak

gray

White

For which Rashi?

Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius

Planet

Mars

Element of Planets

Energy

How to Wear?

Finger

Ring Finger

Ring Metal

Gold, Copper

Deities

Buddha, Krishna

Not to wear with

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gomed

Powers

Joy

Birthstone

Planetary

Talisman

Pisces

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.53.97-4.05

1 7.18

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Fracture

Conchoidal

Cleavage

{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct

No true cleavage

Mohs Hardness

5.5-69

2 10

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Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Al ₂ O ₃

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous, Pearly

Vitreous, Adamantine

Pleochroism

Strong: purplish-red

Dispersion

0.010.02

0.005 1

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Transparency

Transparent

Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to opaque

Refractive Index

1.603-1.6901.762-1.778

1 3.25

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Optic Character

Biaxial/+

Crystal System

Orthorhombic Dipyramidal H-M Symbol (2/m 2/m 2/m) Space Group: P nma

Trigonal

Birefringence

-99990.008

0 0.296

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Clarity

Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

Enhances brain function

Stimulates mental concentration and focus

Cardiovascular

Supports heart health

Respiratory

Good

Reproductive

Supports reproductive health

Digestive

Supports digestive health

Psychology

Peace

Passion

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Self-discovery

Energy

Anthophyllite Vs Ruby Specifications

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

Anthophyllite is known to regulate the influence of planet.Anthophyllite, that occurs commonly in Brown, White, Greenish, gray, Green, Brownish 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.