Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Southern and central Africa
Color
Green
Colorless, White, Yellow, pink
Streak
None
White
For which Rashi?
Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
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Planet
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Element of Planets
Earth
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Energy
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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
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
-
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
1.54-1.551.79
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
Poor
Perfect on {10bar10}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-72.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellow
Dispersion
0.020.03
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.492
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.036-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Harmony
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Spiritual Growth