Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
China, Kenya, Russia, Sri Lanka, Zambia
Color
Green
Red, pink, Black, orange
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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insoluble in water
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
1.54-1.553.62-3.87
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Poor
None
Mohs Hardness
6.5-77-7.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Greasy, Vitreous
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
None
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.720-1.756
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
cubic
Birefringence
0.036-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Passion
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Energy