Glaucophane Information

Glaucophane

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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

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1.2 Color

Blue, gray, Black, Blue

1.3 Streak

Blue

1.4 For which Rashi?

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1.5 Planet

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1.6 Element of Planets

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1.7 How to Wear?

1.7.1 Finger

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1.7.2 Ring Metal

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1.8 Energy

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1.9 Deities

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1.10 Not to wear with

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1.11 Powers

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1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

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1.12.2 Talisman

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2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

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2.2 Solubility

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2.3 Durability

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2.4 Specific Gravity

3-3.15

1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

2.6 Cleavage

Good on [110] and on [001]

2.7 Mohs Hardness

6.0-6.5

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Vitreous, Pearly

3.2 Pleochroism

Strong

3.3 Dispersion

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Rank: N/A (Overall) ▶

0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

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3.5 Refractive Index

1.606-1.637

1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

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3.7 Crystal System

monoclinic

3.8 Birefringence

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0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

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4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

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4.1.2 Cardiovascular

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4.1.3 Respiratory

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4.1.4 Reproductive

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4.1.5 Digestive

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4.2 Psychology

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4.3 Healing

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4.4 Qualities Associated

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Blue Gemstones

Glaucophane Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Glaucophane Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Glaucophane information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Glaucophane is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Glaucophane such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Glaucophane details and interesting facts are provided here.

Color: Common colors observed are Blue, gray, Black, Blue.
Chemical Formula: [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2.

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