Origin
Brazil, Southern and central Africa
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Color
Blue, Green, Black
Red
Streak
White
White
For which Rashi?
Gemini, Sagittarius
Taurus, Leo
Planet
Jupiter
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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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Isis, Bragi
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection, Healing, Courage
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.04-3.172.58-2.64
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
Absent
Mohs Hardness
5.56.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
SiO2
Luster
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Vitreous
Pleochroism
Transparent crystals show a strong pleochroism: colorless light blue dark (violet) blueHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
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Dispersion
0.010.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent
Translucent, Transparent to nearly opaque
Refractive Index
1.604-1.6461.535-1.539
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.031-0.0360.003-0.009
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Translucent
Physical
Neurological
Balances digestive system and reduces bloating
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Excellent
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Clarity
Motivation
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Psychic Abilities
Courage