Origin
Burma, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya
Southern and central Africa
Color
Red, pink
Brown, Red, Blue, Yellow, orange
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius
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Planet
Mars
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Element of Planets
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
Ring Finger
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Ring Metal
Gold, Copper
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Deities
Buddha, Krishna
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Not to wear with
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gomed
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Powers
Joy
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
Pisces
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Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
-
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
3.97-4.052.60-2.64
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Cleavage
No true cleavage
Absent
Mohs Hardness
96.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Luster
Vitreous, Adamantine
Waxy, Vitreous, Greasy, Silky
Pleochroism
Strong: purplish-red
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Dispersion
0.020.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to opaque
Translucent
Refractive Index
1.762-1.7781.530-1.543
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.0080.003-0.009
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Translucent
Physical
Neurological
Stimulates mental concentration and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Aids in digestion and nutrient absorption
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Passion
Protection
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Energy
Protection