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Linarite
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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Linarite, from La Carolina District, Linares, Jaén, Andalusia, Spain, the type locality . Picture width 1.5 mm

1.2 Color

Blue

1.3 Streak

Blue

1.4 For which Rashi?

Not Available

1.5 Planet

Not Available

1.6 Element of Planets

Not Available

1.7 How to Wear?

1.7.1 Finger

Not Available

1.7.2 Ring Metal

Not Available

1.8 Energy

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1.9 Deities

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1.10 Not to wear with

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1.11 Powers

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1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

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1.12.2 Talisman

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2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

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2.2 Solubility

Not Available

2.3 Durability

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

5.35
Amber
1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

2.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}

2.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5
Amber
2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Sub-Adamantine, Vitreous

3.2 Pleochroism

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

3.3 Dispersion

Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall)
Fluorite
0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

Transparent

3.5 Refractive Index

1.809-1.859
Agate Opal
1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

monoclinic

3.8 Birefringence

0.050
Achroite
0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

Transparent

4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

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4.1.2 Cardiovascular

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4.1.3 Respiratory

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4.1.4 Reproductive

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4.1.5 Digestive

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4.2 Psychology

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4.3 Healing

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4.4 Qualities Associated

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Linarite Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Linarite Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Linarite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Linarite is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Linarite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Linarite details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Andalusia, from La Carolina District, Jaén, Linares, Linarite, Spain and the type locality . Picture width 1.5 mm.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Blue.
  • Chemical Formula: PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006).