Origin
USA
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Color
Red, Reddish, Violet, Blue, Green, Colorless, pink
Green
Streak
White
None
For which Rashi?
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Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
Planet
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Element of Planets
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Earth
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Isis
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Protection
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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Tenacity
-
-
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
2.74-2.761.54-1.55
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Poor
Mohs Hardness
3.5-46.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
Pale rose-red carmine-red colorlessAnthony et al
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Dispersion
0.040.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.692-1.7391.64-1.69
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
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Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.2400.036
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
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Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
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Good
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Psychology
Heart opening
Harmony
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Heart Healing
Health