Astrology
Origin
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Brazil, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Sri Lanka
Color
Red, Brown
Red
Streak
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For which Rashi?
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Taurus
Planet
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Mars
Element of Planets
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
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-
Deities
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Venus
Not to wear with
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Powers
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Love
Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
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-
Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
-
-
Durability
-
-
Specific Gravity
3.62-4.333.84
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
None
none, may show indistinct parting
Mohs Hardness
7-7.57-7.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
Optical Properties
Luster
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Greasy, Vitreous
Pleochroism
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None
Dispersion
0.020.03
0.005
1
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Transparency
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-
Refractive Index
1.730-1.8201.760
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
-
Crystal System
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cubic
Birefringence
0.0270.010-0.014
0
0.296
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Clarity
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Benefits
Physical
Neurological
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Creativity
Inspiration
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Creativity
Inspiration