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Marcasite
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Marcasite Information

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Astrology

Origin

Southern and central Africa

Color

Yellow, White

Streak

gray, Brownish, Black

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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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Solubility

-

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

4.80-4.90
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven

Cleavage

{010} Indistinct

Mohs Hardness

6-6.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Optical Properties

Luster

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Pleochroism

-

Dispersion

0.05
0.005 1
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Transparency

-

Refractive Index

-9999
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

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Birefringence

-9999
0 0.296
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Clarity

-

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

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Cardiovascular

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Respiratory

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Reproductive

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Digestive

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Psychology

Protection

Healing

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Qualities Associated

Protection

Marcasite 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, Marcasite Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are -. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Marcasite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Marcasite 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 Marcasite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Marcasite details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Southern and central Africa.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Yellow, White.
  • Chemical Formula: FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.