Astrology
Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Brazil
Color
Green
Blue
Streak
None
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For which Rashi?
Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
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Planet
Sun
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Element of Planets
Earth
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Energy
Receptive
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
Isis
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Not to wear with
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Powers
Protection, Wealth
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55
2.60-2.90
Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Poor
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Be 3Al 2Si 6O 18Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Optical Properties
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
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Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Strong dichroism: blue to colourless\
Dispersion
0.02
18
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.64-1.69
1.560-1.604
Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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Birefringence
0.036
0.003-0.010
Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
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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