Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Italy
Color
Green
Red, Reddish, Brown, Black, Yellow
Streak
None
Red
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
1.54-1.55-9999
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery
Cleavage
Poor
[001] good, [100] distinct
Mohs Hardness
6.5-76-6.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Ca2Al3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
visible
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.725-1.756
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.0360.025-0.076
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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Respiratory
Good
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Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Spiritual growth
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Balance