Origin
Southern and central Africa
Australia, Brazil, Burma, Canada, India, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Tanzania
Color
Brown, Red, Blue, Yellow, orange
Blue, Violet, Greenish, Brown, Colorless, Yellow, gray
Streak
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White
For which Rashi?
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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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Not to wear with
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Powers
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.642.57-2.66
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Absent
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-77-7.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Mg2Al4Si5O18
Luster
Waxy, Vitreous, Greasy, Silky
Greasy, Vitreous
Pleochroism
-
X = pale yellow
Dispersion
0.010.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent
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Refractive Index
1.530-1.543-9999
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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-
Crystal System
Trigonal
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.003-0.009-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Supports healthy digestion
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
Intuition
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Psychic Abilities