Origin
Madagascar
Brazil, USA, Switzerland, Kenya, Mozambique, Russia, Nepal, India, Burma
Color
Brownish, Black, Reddish, Brown, Blue
Blue, Yellow, Colorless, White, gray, Green, Black
Streak
Reddish, Brown
White
For which Rashi?
-
Aries, Libra, Taurus
Element of Planets
-
Water
Specific Gravity
3.84
3.53-3.65
Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Splintery
Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Al2SiO5
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Pearly
Pleochroism
O = brownish gray; E = gray
Trichroic
Refractive Index
1.79-1.807
1.71-1.74
Crystal System
Hexagonal
Triclinic
Birefringence
-9999
-9999
Neurological
-
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
-
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
-
Supports reproductive health
Psychology
Empowerment
Inner bridges
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Balance
Inner Peace