Origin
Italy, China
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Color
Colorless, White, Blue, gray
Green
Streak
White
None
For which Rashi?
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Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
Planet
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Element of Planets
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Earth
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Isis
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
Brittle
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Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
3.091.54-1.55
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
Poor
Mohs Hardness
86.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
CaAl2Si2O7(OH)2.H2O
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
Weak
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Dispersion
0.010.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Transparent
Refractive Index
1.672-1.6761.64-1.69
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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-
Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.019-0.0210.036
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Psychology
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Harmony
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
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Health