Origin
Brazil, Southern and central Africa
Pakistan, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Switzerland, Madagascar, Austria, Canada
Color
Blue, Green, Black
Reddish, Brown, Yellow, Green, Red, gray
Streak
White
Reddish, White
For which Rashi?
Gemini, Sagittarius
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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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Not to wear with
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Powers
-
-
Birthstone
Planetary
-
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Talisman
-
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Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
3.04-3.173.48-3.60
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Mohs Hardness
5.55-5.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
CaTiSiO5
Luster
-
Subadamantine, Resinous
Pleochroism
Transparent crystals show a strong pleochroism: colorless light blue dark (violet) blueHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Strong: X = nearly colorless; Y = yellow to green; Z = red to yellow-orange
Dispersion
0.010.05
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent
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Refractive Index
1.604-1.6461.885-1.990
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
monoclinic
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.031-0.0360.105-0.135
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Balances digestive system and reduces bloating
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Excellent
Excellent
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
Supports digestive health
Supports digestive health
Psychology
Clarity
Self-Esteem
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Psychic Abilities
Manifestation