Origin
Australia, Southern and central Africa, France
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Color
Green, Colorless, gray, Yellow, White
Green
For which Rashi?
Libra
Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
Element of Planets
Earth
Earth
Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95
1.54-1.55
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
Distinct on [001]
Poor
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
-
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Transparency
Translucent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.611-1.673
1.64-1.69
Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.021-0.033
0.036
Clarity
TranslucentHerve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Transparent
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Reproductive
-
Supports reproductive health
Psychology
Harmony
Harmony
Healing
Physical healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Harmony
Health