Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Southern and central Africa
Color
Green
Red, Blue, Green, Reddish, Brown
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
1.54-1.553.79-3.94
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Lamellar, Splintery
Cleavage
Poor
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor
Mohs Hardness
6.5-74
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
FeAs
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Waxy
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
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Dispersion
0.020.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
TranslucentAnthony et al
Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.670-1.734
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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Birefringence
0.036-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
TranslucentAnthony et al
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
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Healing
Physical healing
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Qualities Associated
Health
Emotional Healing