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Periclase
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Periclase Information

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Astrology

Origin

Austria, Spain, Russia, Canada, Australia

Color

Colorless, Brownish, Yellow, Green, gray, White

Streak

White

For which Rashi?

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Planet

-

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

-

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

Brittle

Solubility

-

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

3.7-3.9
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal

Cleavage

{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

Mohs Hardness

5.5-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous

Pleochroism

-

Dispersion

0.01
Rank: 58 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

TransparentWalter Schumann

Refractive Index

1.735-1.738
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Isometric

Birefringence

-9999
0 0.296
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Clarity

TransparentWalter Schumann

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

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Healing

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Qualities Associated

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Periclase 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, Periclase Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Periclase information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

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