Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Australia
Color
Green
Red
Streak
None
White, Colorless
For which Rashi?
Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
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Planet
-
-
Element of Planets
Earth
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Energy
-
-
How to Wear?
Finger
-
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Ring Metal
-
-
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
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
1.54-1.553.1
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Poor
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-76-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Present
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Opaque, Translucent, Opaque . May be translucent in thin backlit sections.
Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.695
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.0360.006-0.018
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
OpaqueHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
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
Emotional Healing
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Love