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Facts about Citrine and Andalusite


Andalusite Vs Citrine Facts


Astrology

Origin
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   
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   

Color
Yellow   
Brown, pink, Violet, Yellow, Green, White, gray, Colorless, Green, gray, Brown, Red   

Streak
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White   

For which Rashi?
Scorpio   
All   

Planet
Sun, Jupiter   
Venus   

Element of Planets
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Finger
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Ring Metal
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Energy
Projective   
Projective, Receptive   

Deities
Persephone, Mercury   
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Not to wear with
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Powers
Protection, Psychic Power   
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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
2.65   
3.05-3.21   

Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
Good on {110}, poor on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
7   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous   
Vitreous, Greasy   

Pleochroism
Natural: weak; yellow light yellow.   
strongly trichroic   

Dispersion
0.01   
27
0.02   
23

Transparency
Transparent   
Transparent, Translucent   

Refractive Index
1.544-1.553   
1.627-1.650   

Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal   
Orthorhombic   

Birefringence
0.009   
0.009-0.010   

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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Citrine Vs Andalusite Specifications

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

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

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