Origin
Canada, USA, Mexico, Madagascar, Australia, Finland, India, Russia
Southern and central Africa
Color
Violet, Colorless, gray, White, Green
Black, Brownish, Brown
Streak
White
Brown
For which Rashi?
Aquarius
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Planet
-
-
Element of Planets
Water
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Energy
-
-
How to Wear?
Finger
-
-
Ring Metal
-
-
Deities
Isis
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Not to wear with
-
-
Powers
Protection, Psychic Power
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Birthstone
Planetary
-
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Talisman
-
-
Tenacity
-
Brittle
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.69-2.724.5-4.8
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
None, parting may develop along {111}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.55.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Fe++Cr2O4
Luster
Vitreous, Pearly
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Pleochroism
-
none.
Dispersion
0.010.04
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to translucent
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Refractive Index
1.554-1.5732.08-2.16
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Triclinic
Isometric
Birefringence
0.008-0.010-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
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Respiratory
Good
Poor
Reproductive
-
-
Digestive
-
-
Psychology
Transformation
Vitality
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Magic
Protection