Origin
Afghanistan, Southern and central Africa
Switzerland
Color
Blue, Greenish, Violet
Green, Colorless, White, Brown, gray
Streak
Blue, White
White
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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Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
Soluble
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Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.752.95-3.07
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Imperfect on {110}
Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}
Mohs Hardness
5.55-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca) 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4,S,Cl) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Silky
Pleochroism
-
-
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Transparent
Refractive Index
1.5001.599-1.637
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Isometric
monoclinic
Birefringence
-99990.023-0.028
0
0.296
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Clarity
-
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Supports digestive health
Psychology
Communication
Emotional Healing
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Clarity
Peace