Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Southern and central Africa
Color
Green
White, Violet, Blue, Yellow, Brown, Brownish, Colorless, Greenish
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
1.54-1.552.50
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Poor
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-75.5-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous, Pearly, Resinous
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
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Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent, Translucent
Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.540-1.550
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
tetragonal
Birefringence
0.0360.004-0.008
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
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Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Optimism
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Spiritual Growth