1 Astrology
1.1 Origin
Southern and central Africa
Canada, Southern and central Africa, Italy, Australia, India
1.2 Color
Red, Yellow, orange
Violet, Brownish, Yellow, Reddish, Pale pink
1.3 Streak
1.4 For which Rashi?
1.5 Planet
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Mercury, Jupiter
1.6 Element of Planets
1.7 How to Wear?
1.7.1 Finger
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1.7.2 Ring Metal
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1.8 Energy
1.9 Deities
1.10 Not to wear with
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1.11 Powers
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1.12 Birthstone
1.12.1 Planetary
1.12.2 Talisman
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2 Physical Properties
2.1 Tenacity
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2.2 Solubility
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2.3 Durability
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2.4 Specific Gravity
2.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
2.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
Poor on {0001}
2.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5.5-6.5
2
10
2.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
3 Optical Properties
3.1 Luster
3.2 Pleochroism
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellowAnthony et al
Weak
3.3 Dispersion
3.4 Transparency
3.5 Refractive Index
2.538-2.7041.607-1.612
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3.25
3.6 Optic Character
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3.7 Crystal System
3.8 Birefringence
3.9 Clarity
4 Benefits
4.1 Physical
4.1.1 Neurological
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4.1.2 Cardiovascular
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4.1.3 Respiratory
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4.1.4 Reproductive
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4.1.5 Digestive
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4.2 Psychology
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4.3 Healing
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4.4 Qualities Associated
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