Origin
Southern and central Africa
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
Color
Red, Yellow, orange
Green
Streak
orange
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
3.561.54-1.55
1
7.18
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Fracture
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Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Good
Poor
Mohs Hardness
-99996.5-7
2
10
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Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
Luster
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Vitreous, Greasy
Pleochroism
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellowAnthony et al
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Dispersion
0.060.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Transparent
Refractive Index
2.538-2.7041.64-1.69
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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-
Crystal System
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Orthorhombic
Birefringence
0.1660.036
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Poor
Good
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Psychology
Confidence
Harmony
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Vitality
Health