Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Afghanistan, Brazil, Mozambique, Sri Lanka, USA
Color
Green
Green, Brown
Streak
None
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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
1.54-1.552.90-3.40
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Poor
Indiscernible
Mohs Hardness
6.5-77-7.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
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Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Strong: dark green yellow
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent, Translucent
Refractive Index
1.64-1.691.614-1.666
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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Birefringence
0.0360.014-0.040
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Compassion
Healing
Physical healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Compassion