Origin
Southern and central Africa
Afghanistan, Brazil, Mozambique, Sri Lanka, USA
Color
Brown, Red, Blue, Yellow, orange
Green, Brown
Streak
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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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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.642.90-3.40
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Absent
Indiscernible
Mohs Hardness
6.5-77-7.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Luster
Waxy, Vitreous, Greasy, Silky
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Pleochroism
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Strong: dark green yellow
Dispersion
0.010.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Translucent
Transparent, Translucent
Refractive Index
1.530-1.5431.614-1.666
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
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Birefringence
0.003-0.0090.014-0.040
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
Compassion
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Compassion