Origin
Italy
Southern and central Africa
Color
Red, Reddish, Brown, Black, Yellow
Black, Brownish, Brown
Streak
Red
Brown
For which Rashi?
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Planet
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-
Element of Planets
-
-
Energy
-
-
How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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-
Deities
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-
Not to wear with
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-
Powers
-
-
Birthstone
Planetary
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-
Talisman
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-
Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
-99994.5-4.8
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
Uneven
Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct
None, parting may develop along {111}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.55.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH)
Fe++Cr2O4
Luster
Vitreous
-
Pleochroism
visible
none.
Dispersion
0.020.04
0.005
1
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Transparency
-
-
Refractive Index
1.725-1.7562.08-2.16
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
monoclinic
Isometric
Birefringence
0.025-0.076-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
-
-
Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
-
Poor
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Spiritual growth
Vitality
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Balance
Protection