Origin
USA, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Brazil, Madagascar
Brazil, Southern and central Africa, Sri Lanka
Color
Greenish
Red, gray
Streak
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Red, Black
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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Insoluble in acids
Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
3.15-3.214.20-4.30
1
7.18
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Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
6-76-6.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
Vitreous
Adamantine
Pleochroism
Distinct trichroism: yellow green green blue greenHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Weak to distinct brownish red-green-yellow
Dispersion
0.020.33
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent, Translucent
Refractive Index
1.657-1.6812.609-2.903
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
tetragonal
Birefringence
0.014-0.0160.296
0
0.296
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Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
Supports healthy digestion and metabolism
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Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
Eases stomach and digestive issues
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Love
Clarity
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Love
Awareness