Origin
USA, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Brazil, Madagascar
USA, Mexico, Brazil, Switzerland, Sri Lanka, Burma, Madagascar, Origins: USA, Germany, Japan
Color
Greenish
Yellow, Brown, Colorless, White, gray, Brownish
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
-
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Specific Gravity
3.15-3.212.97-3.03
1
7.18
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Fracture
-
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{001} Poor
Mohs Hardness
6-77
2
10
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Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
Distinct trichroism: yellow green green blue greenHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Weak: pale yellow yellow
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.657-1.6811.627-1.639
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Biaxial/+
Crystal System
monoclinic
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.014-0.0160.006
0
0.296
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Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports healthy digestion and metabolism
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
Eases stomach and digestive issues
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Love
Spiritual Awareness
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Love
Spiritual Awakening