Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
USA, Southern and central Africa
Color
Green
Violet, Red, White, Reddish
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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Solubility
-
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
1.54-1.553.19
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
Cleavage
Poor
{???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
6.5-73.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Colorless yellow to pale rose reddish yellow to reddish brown.Anthony et al
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.647-1.667
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Monoclinic Prismatic H-M Symbol (2/m) Space Group: C 2/c
Birefringence
0.0360.012
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Compassion
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Emotional Healing