Facts about Iolite and Boracite
Astrology
Origin
Brazil, USA, Canada, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, India, Burma
Boracite is found in evaporite deposits, Southern and central Africa, anhydrite and/or halite. Arthur Thomas
Color
Blue, Violet, Blue, Yellow, Grey
Colorless, White, Yellow, Blue, Green, Colorless, gray, Yellow, White
Streak
Not Available
White
For which Rashi?
Libra, Sagittarius, Taurus, Libra, Sagittarius, Taurus, Libra, Sagittarius, Taurus
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Planet
Jupiter
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Element of Planets
Water
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Energy
Receptive
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
Goddess
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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
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Brittle
Solubility
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Soluble
Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
2.95-2.96
Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
3,1
None
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Optical Properties
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Adamantine
Pleochroism
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None
Dispersion
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to translucent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.52-1.56
1.658-1.673
Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
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0.010-0.011
Clarity
Transparent to translucent
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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Iolite Vs Boracite Specifications
While buying, there is a common bewilderment that most of the buyers face. As you compare Iolite Vs Boracite 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 Iolite and Boracite Astrology. Its highly necessary to have a basic knowledge of facts about Iolite and Boracite, before you finalize to buy one.
Iolite is known to regulate the influence of Jupiter planet.Iolite, that occurs commonly in Blue, Violet, Blue, Yellow, Grey color, possesses Receptive energy.Boracite, the unique gem is known to regulate the influence of Not Available planet.
