Origin
Brazil, Southern and central Africa
Afghanistan, Brazil, Madagascar, Mozambique, Southern and central Africa, Russia, Sri Lanka
Color
White, Colorless, Greenish, gray
White, Colorless, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow, Violet
Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10
3.01-3.06
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct
Indiscernible
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Pleochroism
-
Strong: dark red pinkish-redHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Transparency
TransparentWalter Schumann
Transparent, Translucent
Refractive Index
1.578-1.646
1.614-1.666
Birefringence
0.020-0.030
0.014-0.040
Clarity
TransparentWalter Schumann
Transparent
Respiratory
Good
Excellent
Digestive
Supports digestive health
-
Psychology
Balance
Passion
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Empowerment
Passion