Origin
Southern and central Africa
Southern and central Africa, Vietnam
Color
Red, Yellow, orange
Green, Black, Brown
Streak
orange
White
For which Rashi?
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Planet
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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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Not to wear with
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Powers
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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
3.563.04-3.26
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7.18
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Fracture
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Splintery, Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Good
{110} perfect
Mohs Hardness
-99995-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
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Vitreous
Pleochroism
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellowAnthony et al
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Dispersion
0.060.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Transparent
Refractive Index
2.538-2.7041.613-1.663
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
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monoclinic
Birefringence
0.1660.020
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Poor
Excellent
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Psychology
Confidence
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Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Vitality
Healing