Origin
Southern and central Africa
-
Color
Yellow, Green
Red, Black
Specific Gravity
2.56-2.75
4.3
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
-
Cleavage
two or three
None.
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7.5-8.5
Chemical Composition
KAlSi3O8
Fe3Al2Si3O12
Transparency
Transparent, Translucent
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to translucent
Refractive Index
1.518-1.570
1.780-1.810
Crystal System
Triclinic or monoclinic
Isometric
Birefringence
0.008-0.010
-9999
Clarity
Transparent
Transparent to translucent
Cardiovascular
-
Supports heart health
Psychology
Flexibility
Passion
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Balance
Passion