Origin
Southern and central Africa
Mexico, USA, Southern and central Africa
Color
Brown, Red, Blue, Yellow, orange
Greenish, Colorless, White, Brown, Yellow, Green
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
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Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.642.90-3.00
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Absent
None
Mohs Hardness
6.5-75-5.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Luster
Waxy, Vitreous, Greasy, Silky
Vitreous
Pleochroism
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Dispersion
0.010.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.530-1.5431.621-1.675
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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-
Crystal System
Trigonal
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.003-0.0090.044
0
0.296
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Clarity
Translucent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Aids in digestion and nutrient absorption
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Protection
Mental Clarity
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Heart Healing