Origin
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Southern and central Africa
Color
Black, Blue, Yellow, Green
Green, Black, White, Grey, gray
Streak
Grey, Greenish, Brown
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
Brittle
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.28-3.443.00
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
Uneven, Splintery
Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
perfect along {110}.
Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.05-6
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Luster
Vitreous, Silky
Vitreous
Pleochroism
X = blue
moderate
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
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TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Refractive Index
1.680-1.6981.613-1.628
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3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
monoclinic
monoclinic
Birefringence
0.005-0.0080.0250-0.0270
0
0.296
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Clarity
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TransparentUlrich Henn and Claudio C. Milisenda
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
Aids in mental clarity and focus
Cardiovascular
Supports heart health
Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Supports reproductive health
Digestive
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Psychology
Empowerment
Strength
Healing
Emotional healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Clear Thinking
Strength