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Holmquistite Facts



Astrology

Origin
Southern and central Africa

Color
Black, Blue, Violet

Streak
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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Physical Properties

Tenacity
-

Solubility
-

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
2.95-3.13

Fracture
-

Cleavage
{210} Perfect

Mohs Hardness
5-6

Chemical Composition
Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous

Pleochroism
Strong in shades of violet when dark-colored.Anthony et al

Dispersion
0.02 53

Transparency
Transparent

Refractive Index
1.622-1.666

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
Orthorhombic Dipyramidal H-M Symbol (2/m 2/m 2/m) Space Group: P nma

Birefringence
-9999

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Aids in mental clarity and focus

Cardiovascular
Supports heart health

Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Balance

Healing
Emotional healing

Qualities Associated
Protection

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Holmquistite Effects

Holmquistites are known since centuries for their mystic powers in healing the physical and mental illnesses. Holmquistite is one among those astrological gemstones and has some amazing healing powers. Are you curious to know what are the Holmquistite effects on your personality? Astrologically, significant Holmquistite Benefits can be reaped, when Holmquistite stone is worn daily . Since this stone is believed to influence the impact of 's powers, the individual wearing it can overcome all the ill effects of this planet and achieve a state of optimal health and well being.

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Holmquistite Specifications

Holmquistite Specifications include its chemical, physical and optical properties of natural gemstones. These are displayed through measurements of light dispersion, hardness, density or specific gravity, cleavage, fracture, tenacity, refractive index and luster. These properties vary depending on the type of natural gemstone. Here, to give you a basic insight about Holmquistite, we provide you with a few prominent Holmquistite facts.

The gem is commonly found in Southern and central Africa.Chemical formula is majorly responsible in contributing the Physical Properties of Holmquistite. It is mainly composed of Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001).

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