Origin
Southern and central Africa
Southern and central Africa, Zimbabwe, South Africa
Color
Brown, Red, Blue, Yellow, orange
Green, Blue
Streak
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Greenish, White
For which Rashi?
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Virgo
Planet
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Element of Planets
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Gaia
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Healing
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Solubility
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Decomposed by acids
Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.642.96
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
Absent
Perfect on {010}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-75
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Luster
Waxy, Vitreous, Greasy, Silky
Vitreous
Pleochroism
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X: very light bluish green; Y and Z: brilliant bluish green
Dispersion
0.010.04
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent
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Refractive Index
1.530-1.5431.550
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Triclinic
Birefringence
0.003-0.0090.091
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Aids in digestion and nutrient absorption
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Protection
Peace
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Harmony