Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Southern and central Africa
Color
Green
Red, Yellow, orange
Streak
None
orange
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
1.54-1.553.56
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
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Cleavage
Poor
{010} Good
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7-9999
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
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Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellowAnthony et al
Dispersion
0.020.06
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
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Refractive Index
1.64-1.692.538-2.704
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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Birefringence
0.0360.166
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Poor
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Confidence
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Vitality