Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Australia, Southern and central Africa
Color
Green
Violet, pink
Streak
None
White, Violet, Blue
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
1.54-1.552.11-2.20
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
Cleavage
Poor
Perfect on {0001}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7-9999
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Waxy, Resinous
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Weak
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Translucent
Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.516-1.544
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.0360.026
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Translucent
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
Love
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Love