Origin
Southern and central Africa
China, Pakistan
Color
Red, Yellow, orange
Red, Brown, Black, pink, Brownish
Streak
orange
gray
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
3.563.85-3.94
1
7.18
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Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Good
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
-99995-5.5
2
10
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Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Luster
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Vitreous
Pleochroism
Nearly colorless to pale golden yellowAnthony et al
DistinctArthur Thomas
Dispersion
0.060.04
0.005
1
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Transparency
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Translucent
Refractive Index
2.538-2.7041.643-1.703
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
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Birefringence
0.1660.020
0
0.296
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Clarity
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Translucent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Poor
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
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Psychology
Confidence
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Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Vitality
Creativity