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Marcasite
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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Southern and central Africa

1.2 Color

Yellow, White

1.3 Streak

gray, Brownish, Black

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

Not Available

1.9 Deities

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1.10 Not to wear with

Not Available

1.11 Powers

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1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

Not Available

1.12.2 Talisman

Not Available

2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

Not Available

2.2 Solubility

Not Available

2.3 Durability

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

4.80-4.90
Amber
1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

2.6 Cleavage

{010} Indistinct

2.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.5
Amber
2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

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

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Not Available

3.2 Pleochroism

NilArthur Thomas

3.3 Dispersion

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

3.4 Transparency

Gemmological Tables (2004) More from other references

3.5 Refractive Index

Not Available
Agate Opal
1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

Not Available

3.8 Birefringence

Not Available
Achroite
0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

Gemmological Tables (2004) More from other references

4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

Not Available

4.1.2 Cardiovascular

Not Available

4.1.3 Respiratory

Not Available

4.1.4 Reproductive

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4.1.5 Digestive

Not Available

4.2 Psychology

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4.3 Healing

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4.4 Qualities Associated

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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. 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.