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Linarite Vs Larvikite


Astrology

Origin
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Linares, Jaén, Andalusia, Spain  

Color
Grey, Brown  
Blue  

Streak
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Blue  

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
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.59  
5.35  

Fracture
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Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

Optical Properties

Luster
Pearly  
Sub-Adamantine, Vitreous  

Pleochroism
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X = pale blue; Y = blue; Z = Prussian blue  

Dispersion
0.01  
99+
0.05  
30

Transparency
Transparent, Translucent  
Transparent  

Refractive Index
-9999  
1.809-1.859  

Optic Character
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Crystal System
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monoclinic  

Birefringence
-9999  
0.050  

Clarity
Transparent  
Transparent  

Benefits

Physical
  
  

Neurological
Aids in mental clarity and focus  
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Cardiovascular
Supports heart health  
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Respiratory
Good  
Good  

Reproductive
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Digestive
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Supports digestive health  

Psychology
Protection  
Self-Expression  

Healing
Emotional healing  
Emotional healing  

Qualities Associated
Protection  
Communication  

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